As lithium battery fires become more common on flights, Southwest Airlines is asking passengers to keep power banks visible.

A customer’s battery charger apparently overheated and began to smoke.” Just one day after implementing its ...

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A Southwest passenger's "battery charger apparently overheated and began to smoke," the airline said. Quick-thinking flight ...

Southwest Airlines will soon require all battery packs and charging devices remain visible throughout flights, saying it's a safety measure so crew members can more easily respond to possible fires.

As of May 28, Southwest Airlines’ new charger policy is in effect. The change comes after multiple safety incidents and ...

Southwest Airlines has enacted a new rule around using portable chargers in flight. All passengers must keep chargers out and ...

Southwest Airlines now requires passengers to keep portable chargers visible during flights to minimize the risk of onboard ...

The FAA has strict guidelines for packing portable chargers — and a major carrier just announced a new policy limiting their ...