A Southwest passenger's "battery charger apparently overheated and began to smoke," the airline said. Quick-thinking flight ...

But the new Southwest Airlines battery policy changes how you can use your portable charger during flights. To avoid surprises at the gate or in the air, here’s what you need to know about the updated ...

Portable chargers and power banks might be useful additions to your carry-on luggage, but they’re also a potential fire risk.

A Southwest Airlines flight diverted to South Carolina after a passenger's battery pack started smoking days after new ...

Southwest Airlines will introduce a new policy requiring portable chargers to be visible when they're in use onboard.

Airlines in the US, China, Taiwan, Thailand, South Korea and Singapore have introduced new power bank regulations following ...

You’ll need to keep your portable charger visible anytime you're using it, which means no leaving your phone to charge in ...

As of May 28, Southwest Airlines’ new charger policy is in effect. The change comes after multiple safety incidents and ...

Southwest Airlines has enacted a new rule around using portable chargers in flight. All passengers must keep chargers out and ...

If you're planning a summer vacation and intend on booking a flight with Southwest Airlines, take heed of a new rule ...

But what every flier should be paying attention to is what Southwest is doing with portable battery chargers and power banks, because other airlines may follow. Southwest Airlines is changing how ...

Southwest Airlines is now the first US carrier to ban the use of portable chargers inside carry-on bags, effective May 28, due to lithium-ion battery fire risks. Power banks must be visible and ...