- Southwest Airlines will limit passengers to one portable device charger per flight, effective April 20.
- Under the new policy, passengers cannot store portable chargers in overhead bins or recharge them using the aircraft's power outlets.
- This measure addresses growing safety concerns over lithium batteries in portable chargers, which can overheat, catch fire, and emit toxic fumes.
- The airline's Vice President of Safety and Security stated they will educate passengers about the dangers rather than confiscate chargers or search bags.
- To reduce reliance on external chargers, Southwest plans to equip its entire fleet with in-seat power outlets by mid-2027.
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