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Maneuvering the maze of restrictions on battery types for air travel can be intimidating. It''s crucial to understand the battery transportation rules for air, and we''re here to guide you.
However, batteries having some other defective feature (e.g., batteries with the incorrect model number on the label or batteries not holding enough charge) can still be shipped by air with proper
PHMSA prepared this guide with the help of FAA, and with input from experts in the battery, airline, and shipping industries, to assist you in safely packaging batteries for transport by air.
The packaging must meet special requirements and the battery itself must not be charged more than 30 percent. In many cases, transport by passenger plane is prohibited.
Since 2016, the transport of lithium-ion batteries aboard passenger aircraft in bulk shipments has been prohibited so you''ll have to find the relevant carrier. This prohibition is not
To keep this critical technology moving through global supply chains, shippers must understand how to safely ship lithium-ion batteries by air.
The rules are especially strict for air transport due to the elevated fire risks associated with the confined environment and altitude. In the following sections, we highlight the key classifications,
Battery shipment by air is subject to international regulations such as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) dangerous goods regulations. It is crucial to abide by these regulations
Here''s what to know in regard to lithium battery shipping by air for all shippers, freight forwarders and ground operation personnel.
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