Detailed table of what passengers (including OBC couriers) can carry. Source: IATA DGR 66th Edition 2025.
Per-Person Limits:
- Max 15 PED (Portable Electronic Devices)
- Max 20 spare batteries of any type
- Max 2 spare batteries of 100-160Wh (require airline approval)
Complete Wh/Lithium Limits Table:
| Wh | Li Metal | Configuration | Carry-on | Checked | Approval |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ≤100 | ≤2g | In PED/PMED | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes* | No |
| ≤100 | ≤2g | Spare/power bank | ✅ Yes | ❌ NO | No |
| 100-160 | - | In PED/PMED | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | YES |
| 100-160 | - | Spare | ✅ Max 2 | ❌ NO | YES |
| >2g≤8g | - | PMED only | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | YES |
| ≤2.7Wh | ≤0.3g | Smart luggage | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | No |
| >2.7Wh | >0.3g | Smart luggage removable | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes** | No |
| >2.7Wh | >0.3g | Smart luggage NOT removable | ❌ FORBIDDEN | - | - |
| >160Wh | - | Any configuration | Must ship as CARGO under DGR | - | - |
*Checked: Device must be completely OFF (not sleep mode) **If checked, battery must be removed and carried in cabin
Key Definitions:
- PED: Portable Electronic Device (laptop, phone, camera, drone)
- PMED: Portable Medical Electronic Device (with higher lithium allowance for medical need)
Small Vehicles (hoverboards, e-scooters, rideable suitcases):
- Most have >160Wh = PROHIBITED as passenger baggage
- Must be shipped as CARGO under full DGR
E-Cigarettes/Vapes:
- CARRY-ON ONLY (never checked baggage)
- DO NOT charge onboard the aircraft