Marty and Will talk about the new rules associated with carrying lithium batteries on planes along with what they take when they fly

Battery & Power Bank Rules:

• Power banks and portable chargers must be in carry-on bags only.
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/power-banks • Lithium-ion batteries under 100 watt-hours (Wh) are generally permitted in carry-on luggage.
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/items/power-banks • Batteries between 100–160 Wh may require airline approval. Over 160 Wh are prohibited.
https://www.anker.com/blogs/power-banks/how-much-mah-power-bank-allowed-in-flight • Airlines are enforcing stricter rules due to battery fire risks.
https://www.businessinsider.com/airlines-power-banks-crack-down-rules-lithium-batteries-how-safe-2025-12 • Delta Air Lines battery and fuel-powered item guidance:https://www.delta.com/us/en/baggage/prohibited-or-restricted-items/battery-or-fuel-powered  

Tech We Always Carry On

• Smartphone and charging cable• Tablet or eReader• Laptop with protective sleeve• TSA-compliant power bank (100 Wh or less)• Multi-port USB-C charger• Headphones or earbuds

Smart Flight Tech Add-Ons

• Noise-canceling headphones
https://www.waywardblog.com/best-travel-tech-gadgets-guide/ • Cable organizers
https://nickgray.net/travel-gear-2024/ • Portable SSD or flash drive
https://www.waywardblog.com/best-travel-tech-gadgets-guide/ • USB data-blocking adapters  https://www.lifewire.com/have-tech-will-travel-7510414• Bluetooth luggage trackers  https://www.lifewire.com/have-tech-will-travel-7510414

Mentioned in episode

8000mAh Coal Power Bank

https://eshop.macsales.com/item/Coal/CP8CBUCO/

Ultra Strong Magnetic Anti-Lost Straps for AirPods

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLG9QKQW

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