Electronic Device
Onboard use
If you plan to use electronic devices on your flight, you’ll need to follow these safety rules:


Device safety
Lost Item
If your device falls or gets stuck in a seat, ask a crew member to help you find it. If the item can’t be found, complete the lost items form.
Medical device
If you have a prescribed medical device, such as a hearing aid or a pacemaker, you can always use it onboard. Learn more about medical assistive devices.
E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes and vapes can’t be used or charged onboard the plane. Pack them in your carry-on.
Recalled Device
Don’t pack a recalled device, such as some MacBook Pro laptops from 2015-2017. Damaged and recalled lithium batteries can overheat or catch fire.
Lithium batteries
Follow these safety rules for traveling with lithium batteries:
- Completely turn off all devices with lithium-ion batteries that are in checked bags.
- Prevent short circuits by protecting battery terminals. This can be done with the manufacturer’s packaging or by covering with tape and placing in a separate bag.
- Store spare batteries in carry-on bags.
- Lithium-ion batteries can’t exceed 100 watt hours. Lithium metal batteries can’t exceed 2g.
- If you’re unsure about the battery, don’t pack it.
Learn more about lithium batteries. The DOT and the FAA also has more information.
