Hong Kong Airlines to Enforce Power Bank Restrictions Starting April 7

New rules prohibit in-flight charging with power banks and mandate specific storage practices to enhance passenger safety.

The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department has announced regulations banning the use of power banks to charge devices during flights on local airlines.
Passengers must store power banks on their person, in seat pockets, or in hand luggage under the seat, with overhead compartments off-limits.
These new rules, effective April 7, 2025, aim to address safety concerns following recent incidents involving lithium-ion batteries on flights.
All four Hong Kong-based airlines—Cathay Pacific, HK Express, Greater Bay Airlines, and Hong Kong Airlines—are required to comply with the updated regulations.
The measures align with International Air Transport Association guidelines and reflect a broader trend among Asian carriers to tighten safety protocols for lithium-ion batteries.