American Airlines Updates Portable Charger Policy to Enhance Safety
American Airlines has announced a new policy regarding the use of portable chargers on its flights. Starting Friday, passengers will be limited to carrying a maximum of two lithium-ion chargers, each capped at 100 watt-hours or less. These devices must be kept in plain sight during use and cannot be stored in overhead compartments or recharged during flights. This policy change follows a safety alert issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) last September, highlighting the risks associated with lithium-powered batteries. The FAA reported at least 50 incidents involving smoke, fire, or extreme heat from such batteries last year, prompting airlines to revise their safety protocols. Southwest Airlines has already implemented a similar policy, allowing only one charger per passenger. 
