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April 15, 2026
Colombia restricts the use of portable batteries on flights: this is what changes
The Civil Aeronautics established a series of measures for all airlines and airport centers in Colombia. These are adopted in order to protect the operational safety of passengers and crew...
TL;DR
- Portable lithium-ion batteries and power banks are prohibited from being used or recharged during flights in Colombia.
- Passengers are limited to carrying a maximum of two portable batteries.
- Power banks must be carried in hand luggage only, not in checked baggage.
- Using power banks to charge other electronic devices on board is forbidden.
- Each battery must be individually protected to prevent short circuits or accidental activation.
- Batteries with a capacity of up to 100 Wh are allowed under these conditions.
- Batteries between 100 Wh and 160 Wh require prior airline approval.
- Airlines and airport operators must update their procedures to comply with these new safety directives.