China’s Civil Aviation Administration has banned passengers from bringing power banks with unclear markings, recalled units, or those lacking China Compulsory Certification on domestic flights, effective June 28.
At least 15 air safety incidents involving power banks overheating or catching fire have occurred in China since the beginning of 2025, according to Chinese media reports.
A security staff member at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport told The Epoch Times that lithium power banks have become a hazard to flight safety in recent years.
Speaking on the condition of anonymity because of safety concerns, he said, “In the past, security inspections prohibited unmarked power banks from being brought on board because the capacity and brand could not be identified. But now, even brands officially deemed ‘qualified’ are included in the restriction list, which undoubtedly increases the burden on security inspections.”…
China Bans Uncertified Power Banks on Planes Due to Fire Hazards
