References to EU regulation or EU websites in our guidance will not be an accurate description of your obligations or rights under UK law. The permitted dangerous goods may only be carried when for personal use. Please note that current UK aviation security regulations forbid the carriage of liquids including aerosols and gels in hand baggage through the passenger security point in containers larger than ml. Larger containers may be placed in hold baggage or purchased after the security point, provided they comply with the dangerous goods limits in the links below.
Restrictions implemented by other countries in the interests of aviation security may further limit or forbid the carriage of some of the items listed in these pages. Additionally, airlines and security screening agencies have the right to refuse the carriage of certain items. The term "lithium battery" refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries, comprising of many types of cathodes and electrolytes.
They are separated into:. The watt-hour Wh rating is a measure by which lithium ion batteries are regulated. Since and respectively, manufacturers have been required to mark lithium ion batteries with the watt-hour rating. If only the milliampere hours mAh are marked on the battery, then divide that number by to get ampere-hours Ah.
Aerosols containing non-flammable, non-toxic gas with no subsidiary risk such as nitrogen or carbon dioxide , for sporting or home use. The total net quantity of medicines, toiletry articles and aerosols for sporting or home use must not exceed 2 kg or 2 L e.
Release valves on aerosols must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents. Ammunition cartridges for weapons securely packed in quantities not exceeding 5 kg gross mass per person for that person's own use. If the classification is unknown, the passenger should obtain this information from the ammunition manufacturer or supplier. Guns designed for use in warfare are termed 'munitions of war' and are subject to additional requirements.
The passenger must seek advice of the airline prior to travel. Spare batteries for portable electronic devices containing lithium ion batteries exceeding a Watt-hour rating of Wh but not exceeding Wh when carried for personal use.
Each lithium ion cell or battery must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits by placement in original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e. It may be necessary to contact the manufacturer to confirm that they have complied with this. Refuelling of fuel cells on board an aircraft is not permitted, although the installation of a spare cartridge is allowed.
The airline's approval is not required to carry spare fuel cell cartridges. However, the passenger must contact their airline prior to travel to obtain further information contained within the ICAO Technical Instructions.
Spare batteries for portable electronic devices including metal devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries carried for personal use. Must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits by placement in original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.
It may be necessary to contact the manufacturer to confirm that they have complied with the requirements. Your airline should be able to advise you prior to travel. Batteries must not have a voltage greater than 12 volts and a watt-hour rating of not greater than Wh.
Spare batteries for portable medical electronic devices containing lithium metal cells or batteries not exceeding 2 grams, or lithium ion cells or batteries not exceeding Wh. Spare batteries for medical electronic devices containing lithium metal batteries exceeding 2 grams but not exceeding 8 grams, or lithium ion batteries exceeding Wh but not exceeding Wh. No more than two individually protected spare batteries per person may be carried.
Spare batteries for electronic smoking devices, e. Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits by placing it its original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e. Lithium battery-powered equipment capable of generating extreme heat, which could cause a fire if activated.
The heat-producing component and the battery are isolated from each other by the removal of the heat-producing component, the battery or another component e. Any battery that has been removed must be protected against short circuit by placing in its original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e. Any electrical battery or battery powered device which has the potential of a dangerous evolution of heat must be prepared for transport so as to prevent:.
The airline's approval is not required to carry a battery-powered suitcase. However, the passenger must contact their airline prior to travel to obtain information contained within the ICAO Technical Instructions.
Portable electronic devices containing lithium ion batteries exceeding a Watt-hour rating of Wh but not exceeding Wh when carried for personal use. It may be necessary to contact the battery manufacturer prior to travel to confirm they have complied with the requirements. If devices are carried in checked baggage measures must be taken to prevent unintentional activation and to protect from damage and the device must be completely switched off not in sleep or hibernation mode.
Large portable electronic devices such as laptops and tablets should not be packed near aerosols or perfumes. Portable electronic devices powered by fuel cells such as cameras, mobile phones, laptop computers and camcorders. Fuel cell cartridges may only contain flammable liquids, corrosive substances, liquefied flammable gas, water reactive substances or hydrogen in metal hydride. Portable electronic devices such as watches, calculating machines, cameras, cellular phones, laptop computers, camcorders when carried for personal use.
Should be carried in carry-on baggage. If a device is carried in checked baggage, measures must be taken to prevent unintentional activation and to protect from damage.
The device must be completely switched off not in sleep or hibernation mode. Portable electronic devices including medical devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries articles containing lithium metal or lithium cells or batteries, the primary purpose of which is to provide power to another device must be carried as spare batteries.
Your airline should be able to assist you prior to travel. The battery must not have a voltage greater than 12 volts and a Watt-hour rating of not greater than Wh. The equipment either must be protected from inadvertent activation, or the battery must be disconnected and exposed terminals must be insulated.
Battery-powered electronic smoking devices e. Content of Lithium metal batteries must not exceed 2 gms Lithium ion batteries must not exceed a Watt hour rating of Wh. Note: Check with your airline as some forbid passengers to carry Christmas crackers. Engines internal combustion or fuel cell only being shipped either separately or incorporated into a vehicle, machine or other apparatus, without batteries or other dangerous goods must comply with Special Provision A70 of the ICAO Technical Instructions.
Note: The passenger must contact the airline for further information before travel. Petrol-engine powered equipment , e. Provided the engine has been completely purged of fuel and the fuel tank has either:. If the engine has been used whilst away, the passenger must comply with the above when returning with the engine.
Avalanche rescue backpack containing a cylinder of compressed non-flammable non-toxic gas. No more than one per person and may contain a pyrotechnic trigger mechanism containing not more than mg net of Division 1. The backpack must be packed in such a manner that it cannot be accidentally activated and the airbags within the backpack must be fitted with pressure relief valves. Dry Shippers insulated packagings containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen fully absorbed in a porous material and intended for transport, at low temperature, of non-dangerous products are not subject to these Instructions provided the design of the insulated packaging would not allow the build-up of pressure within the container and would not permit the release of any refrigerated liquid nitrogen irrespective of the orientation of the insulated packaging.
Note: The passenger must contact the airline for further information prior to travel. Premixing burner lighter such as a 'wind-proof', 'jet' or 'blue flame' lighter in which fuel and air are mixed before being supplied for combustion. No more than one per person, intended for use by an individual and does not contain unabsorbed liquid fuel other than liquefied gas.
Check with your airline. Premixing burner lighter without a means of protection against unintentional activation is forbidden. Small cartridges fitted into a self-inflating life-jacket must be for inflation purposes. No more than two small cylinders of carbon dioxide or another suitable non-flammable non-toxic gas fitted in the life-jacket per person and a maximum of two spare cartridges. No more than four small cylinders of carbon dioxide or other suitable non-flammable non-toxic gas per person and the water capacity of each cylinder must not exceed 50 mL.
Note: For carbon dioxide, a gas cylinder with a water capacity of 50 mL is equivalent to a 28 g cartridge. Note: a 'Zippo' lighter that is fully absorbed in wadding i. Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to prevent short circuits by placement in original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.
Passengers must carry no more than two spare batteries exceeding 2 grams of lithium content for lithium metal, or a watt-hour rating exceeding Wh for lithium ion. It may be necessary to contact the manufacturer to confirm this has been complied with. Portable Medical Electronic Devices Containing Lithium metal cells exceeding 2 grams but not exceeding 8 grams, or lithium ion batteries exceeding Wh but not exceeding Wh.
For use by passengers whose mobility is restricted by a disability, their health or age, or a temporary mobility problem e. Prior to travel, passengers must advise the airline of the type of batteries fitted to the mobility aid and how the device can be protected against inadvertent operation e. Application of the brake is not sufficient; unless the motor is rendered inoperative, the motor can still be activated and overheat. Where the mobility aid is specifically designed to allow the battery to be removed e.
The removed battery must be carried in strong, rigid packagings which must be stowed in the cargo compartment and must be protected from short circuit. It is recommended that passengers make arrangements with the airline at least 48 hours in advance of the date of travel. For use by passengers whose mobility is restricted by either a disability, their health or age, or a temporary mobility problem e. If the wheelchair or mobility aid cannot be loaded, stowed, secured and unloaded always in an upright position which will depend upon the type of aircraft and the type of the mobility aid , the battery must be removed and the mobility aid may then be carried as checked baggage without restriction.
Although you can take quite a few aerosols in checked luggage, there is a limit on the size and total amount. Unless you are a traveling aerosol containers salesman you are unlikely to exceed this limit under normal circumstances. There are a few exceptions, some of which sound strange as on the face of it they do not seem dangerous and others where I wonder why anyone would want to take with them at all.
Most of these are not banned because they are more likely to explode in checked baggage under normal circumstances than other aerosols. They are banned because, in the unlikely event of a fire in a baggage hold, they may then explode and fuel the fire. Although these items are not always contained in aerosols but can be they are not allowed either:. Hazardous Materials: Carried by airline passengers and crew members.
Remember the liquid size rules for hand luggage are that containers with liquids should be no larger than 3. It must be fitted with a safety mechanism or catch to ensure it does not go off by accident.
They are not allowed if they contain greater than 2 percent of tear gas in them. Aerosol spray cans that contain flammable liquids are not allowed in checked luggage or in your carry on. These include such items in aerosol cans as oil WD 40 type and even cooking oils , paint, starch used in laundry. So if you are flying somewhere to do some street art you will have to buy your paint when you arrive.
If you are unsure about whether you can take a particular aerosol can in checked luggage then you can use the excellent asktsa service on Twitter and they will give you specific advice. This passenger is asking if the airplane symbol means this aerosol can be taken in her carry on bag:. This is the link they refer to — bit. But if you are still concerned about putting aerosols in your checked baggage then there are a few things you can do to give you some peace of mind:.
If you enjoy smoking a Juul and want to take it with you when traveling by air then it is important to know the regulations regarding carrying a Juul and whether you can bring Juul pods with you. Flying can really dehydrate your skin. You can however pack a handy sized cooling water spray to keep cool in your seat and moisturise your skin.
There are several good pocket sized products on the market. Ensure your make-up and toiletries are securely fastened to avoid those annoying spillages. You could secure lids with sticky tape or pack lotions before placing them in your luggage.
Remember less is more. Many aerosol toiletries now come in handy sized travel packs to ease your load and make sure you stay feeling clean and fresh.
Disclaimer: These details are correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of issue. Please check with your airline before travel. Members Login.
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