Electronic Device
Electronic devices
You can use small lightweight electronic devices in airplane mode, but flight attendants may ask you to turn them off at different points of your flight.
Electronic devices
You can use small lightweight electronic devices in airplane mode, but flight attendants may ask you to turn them off at different points of your flight.
Onboard use
If you plan to use electronic devices on your flight, you’ll need to follow these safety rules:
Approved electronic devices must be in airplane mode during flight.
You can use your approved devices except at takeoff and landing.
Laptops and plane power ports can only be used above 10,000 feet.
You can only use your phone service when the main cabin door is open or when instructed by a flight attendant.
Handheld gaming consoles- Laptops (above 10,000 feet)
- DVD players
- Music players
- Calculators
- Shavers (in bathrooms only)
- Cameras
- Seat charging ports (above 10,000 ft)
Air purifying respirators- Personal humidifiers
- E-cigarettes and vapes
- TVs
- Blow dryers, bottle warmers and things that heat up
- Remote-control toys
- Radio receivers and transmitters
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.
