A Southwest Airlines flight diverted to South Carolina after a passenger's battery pack started smoking days after new ...

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As lithium battery fires become more common on flights, Southwest Airlines is asking passengers to keep power banks visible.

But the new Southwest Airlines battery policy changes how you can use your portable charger during flights. To avoid surprises at the gate or in the air, here’s what you need to know about the updated ...

A Southwest passenger's "battery charger apparently overheated and began to smoke," the airline said. Quick-thinking flight ...

As of May 28, Southwest Airlines’ new charger policy is in effect. The change comes after multiple safety incidents and ...

Southwest Airlines will soon require all battery packs and charging devices ... INSKEEP: We had so many questions about this policy, one of them being how easily can it be enforced?

Southwest Airlines has enacted a new rule around using portable chargers in flight. All passengers must keep chargers out and ...

The airline will nix its two free checked bags policy, introduce a "Basic" fare and ask customers to keep portable charging ...

The Dallas-based airline announced in March that starting May 28, 2025, it will eliminate complimentary checked luggage for ...

Southwest will continue to offer two free checked bags to Rapid Rewards A-List preferred members and customers traveling on ...

Tuesday was the last day to book a flight on Southwest Airlines without being hit with a fee to check bags after the airline ...