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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rachel Dobkin

American Airlines is the latest carrier to restrict portable chargers on planes. Here’s what to know about the new policy

American Airlines is the latest carrier to restrict portable chargers on planes amid fears of the devices catching fire.

Airlines have been slowly limiting the number of portable chargers allowed on planes over concerns about the lithium batteries inside the devices. The Federal Aviation Administration has warned that lithium batteries can catch fire if damaged.

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