Lufthansa bans power banks on flights
Lufthansa becomes the first European airline to ban power banks in cabins. New rules start today, affecting 10 airlines in its group. Essential medical devices are exempt.
Lufthansa becomes the first European airline to ban power banks in cabins. New rules start today, affecting 10 airlines in its group. Essential medical devices are exempt.
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