Jet2 issues new warning about power banks and e-cigarettes

The major airline has reminded passengers that power banks and e-cigarettes must be carried in hand luggage, not placed in hold baggage.

An EasyJet flight from Egypt to London Luton was diverted to Rome earlier this year after a power bank was found to be charging in a passenger’s luggage.

UK airlines warned passengers at the time to be aware of the rules surrounding power banks, e-cigarettes and other products containing lithium batteries.

Jet2 issues fresh safety warning about power banks and e-cigarettes

Jet2 has now issued a fresh safety warning about power banks, e-cigarettes and items containing lithium batteries amid a surge in demand for late-summer holidays.

The airline is reminding passengers to check how they pack power banks and e-cigarettes before heading to the airport.

The airline is urging travellers not to place items containing lithium batteries in checked luggage, but instead to carry them in their hand baggage and store power banks and e-cigarettes under the seat in front of them.

Chief customer officer at Jet2, David Hills, said: “Lots of customers travel with everyday items such as power banks and e-cigarettes, so this is a simple but important reminder to check where they are packed before setting off for the airport.

“These items are common, but they do need to be carried correctly, and doing so helps us keep everyone safe while they travel to enjoy their well-deserved holidays.”

Passengers are also being advised to ensure these items are:

• Switched off
• Securely packaged
• Any exposed terminals are protected to prevent short circuits.

Damaged devices or batteries are not permitted on board, and small vehicles powered by lithium batteries are also banned from both checked and hand luggage.

The reminder forms part of Jet2’s wider focus on safety and providing clear information to travellers about restricted items.

More information and guidance on restricted items can be found on Jet2’s website.

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