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Emirates to ban in-flight use of power banks over safety concerns
The airline already prohibits chargers in checked luggage. Passengers can bring one device onto a flight, but can't put it in overhead storage
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Add The Circuit on GoogleEmirates Airline will prohibit passengers from using power banks during flights due to concerns over the risks of overheating, fire, and explosions.
The airline announced the new safety measures will be implemented starting Oct. 1 following a safety...