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Jet2 tells passengers to make three key checks before flying
Jet2 has urged passengers to check how they have packed their bags before heading to the airport.
TL;DR
- Jet2 urges passengers to check packing of devices with lithium batteries.
- Power banks and e-cigarettes must be in hand luggage, not hold baggage.
- Store lithium-battery items under the seat in front, not in overhead lockers.
- Damaged electronic devices or batteries are not permitted on board.
- Hoverboards and balance wheels powered by lithium batteries are prohibited.
- Aviation authorities have issued warnings due to an increase in in-flight fires linked to lithium batteries.
- Reports of overheating or faulty passenger devices have nearly doubled between 2024 and 2025.
- Lithium battery incidents occur twice a week worldwide.
- The CAA advises packing sex toys with lithium batteries in carry-on baggage due to fire safety concerns.