Travelers in Japan asked to keep power banks within reach on flights
Airline staff at airports across the country began asking flyers for their cooperation, with staff of All Nippon Airways group at a boarding point at Tokyo's Haneda airport urging against stowing power banks in overhead compartments onboard the aircraft.
"For safety, we would like to ask for understanding and cooperation," one staff member said.
Lithium-ion batteries, commonly used in power banks, can ignite upon physical impact or due to gradual degradation, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
Mobile batteries are not allowed in checked baggage, and there are limits on the number and capacity permitted in carry-on luggage.
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