Some things that are banned from checked luggage are fairly self-explanatory. In January 2021, new rules around batteries came into effect which mean any type of loose batteries are not allowed in carry-on luggage. Other commonly removed items from carry-on bags were “sharps” – knives, blades, scissors, pocket-knives, multi-tools and box cutters – and lighters. AirPods and hearing aid chargers were commonly removed from checked bags, as they used lithium batteries. E-cigarettes were another item that should only be packed in a carry-on bag, due to the risk it contained a battery.
