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When will lithium ion batteries be available for air transport?

From 1 January 2026, lithium-ion batteries that are packed with equipment and vehicles powered by lithium ion or sodium ion batteries must be offered for air transport with the battery at a reduced state of charge, unless otherwise approved by the relevant tates (A331).S

What is the ICAO guidance document for lithium ion batteries?

Battery Guidance Document Transport of Lithium Metal, Lithium Ion and Sodium Ion Batteries Revised for the 2025 Regulations Introduction This document is based on the provisions set out in the 2025-2026 Edition of the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (Technical Instructions) and the 66 th

When should lithium-ion batteries be offered for transport?

Effective from 1 January 2025, it is recommended that, for lithium-ion cells and batteries which are contained in equipment, those cells and batteries are offered for transport: at a state of charge not exceeding 30% of their rated capacity; or with an indicated battery capacity not exceeding 25%.

How much lithium ion batteries can a cargo aircraft carry?

The maximum weight is 5 kg of lithium or sodium ion batteries per package for passenger and cargo aircraft and 35 kg per package for cargo aircraft only. The net quantity shown excludes the weight of the equipment: Net Quantity per Package Passenger Aircraft Net Quantity per Package Cargo Aircraft Only