Fuel cells, and spare fuel cartridges

Fuel cell systems and spare fuel cartridges are a type of battery that is powered by flammable liquids and liquified flammable gas. They are not widely used by the general public. These items tend to be used by the military, mostly because of their ability to be recharged in the field if necessary.

This type of battery can be used with portable electronic devices like mobile phones, laptop computers etc. No more than two spare fuel cell cartridges may be carried by a passenger. If the fuel cell contains fuel (ie is not empty), then it is permitted in carry-on baggage only. Further conditions of transport are outlined in IATA DGR reference 2.3.5.9.

As documented in the Table 2.3.A extracts below, fuel cells and fuel cell cartridges may only travel subject to the conditions documented in the IATA DGR reference 2.3.5.9 or the Operator's specific Dangerous Goods Manual.

 

Fuel cells

 

Please note the following from the table above:

	-	Permitted in or as carry-on-baggage	YES
	-	Permitted in or as checked baggage	NO
	-	The approval of the operator(s) is required	NO
	-	The pilot-in-command must be informed of the location	NO

 

Fuel cell cartridges, spare

 

Please note the following from the table above:

	-	Permitted in or as carry-on-baggage	YES
	-	Permitted in or as checked baggage	YES
	-	The approval of the operator(s) is required	NO
	-	The pilot-in-command must be informed of the location	NO

 

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