Ban Imposed on Specific Power Bank Model on Flights; Major Decision by DGCA
If you travel by air, this information is crucial for you. The DGCA has banned the 'MOBIKINS MK-PB-04' model power bank on both domestic and international flights in India.
Following an incident where a power bank caught fire on a Delhi-Chennai IndiGo flight, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has taken strict action by completely banning the 'MOBIKINS MK-PB-04' model power bank. The key question arising now is whether this ban applies only to domestic flights.
It is important to note that the ban on the 'MOBIKINS MK-PB-04' model power bank applies to both domestic and international flights operating in India; carrying this specific model is prohibited on both. In other words, you cannot take this model of power bank with you on either domestic or international flights within or from India.
Attention Air Travelers
If you travel on domestic or international flights in India, make sure to check the model of your power bank before taking it on board. If you own the 'MOBIKINS MK-PB-04' model, do not carry it with you on these flights.
Why Do Power Banks Catch Fire?
If you travel with a power bank, there are some important things you should know. First, understand how a power bank can catch fire: the lithium-ion battery inside can become extremely hot if damaged or defective, posing a fire risk.
The incident involving the power bank fire on the Delhi-Chennai IndiGo flight was not the first of its kind; there have been several previous instances of power banks catching fire. Now, the question might arise in many people's minds: does this mean other power banks are also prohibited on flights?
Can other power banks not be carried either?
The answer is no. This restriction applies only to the 'MOBIKINS MK-PB-04' model power bank; it does not mean that passengers cannot carry power banks of other models. You should check the power bank's model number before traveling and also familiarize yourself with the regulations of the airline you are flying with.
