Japan Bans In-Flight Power Bank Use
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated Feb 19, 2026
The new regulations by Japan's Japan — Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will likely increase safety for air travel, potentially boosting passenger confidence in airlines. However, it may cause minor inconvenience for passengers relying on power banks during flights, and could slightly impact sales of high-capacity power banks in Japan.
Japan's Japan — Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has announced a ban on the use of power banks on airplanes starting in April, following a series of in-flight fire incidents involving lithium-ion batteries. The ban will cover charging smartphones with power banks and charging power banks via onboard outlets. Passengers will still be allowed to carry power banks, but restrictions on quantity and capacity will be tightened, aligning with International Civil Aviation Organization recommendations. Incidents on flights operated by Airbus, All Nippon Airways, and China have highlighted the safety concerns leading to these stricter measures.
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