Saudi Arabia has introduced stricter regulations for carrying and using power banks on flights as part of efforts to improve aviation safety and strengthen regulatory oversight.
According to a recent report by the Saudi Press Agency, the Kingdom’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued new guidelines to airlines operating at Saudi airports in line with updated International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards on the safe transport of dangerous goods by air.
Under the revised rules, passengers are no longer allowed to recharge power banks during flights, and using them to charge personal electronic devices onboard is discouraged. Travelers may carry up to two power banks only, and the devices must remain in carry-on luggage inside the aircraft cabin.
GACA said the updated measures aim to reduce risks linked to lithium battery devices and enhance overall flight safety in accordance with international aviation standards.
The new guidance comes amid broader enforcement efforts across Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector. Earlier this year, GACA reported 609 violations in 2025, issuing more than SR13.8 million ($3.6 million) in fines against airlines, companies and individuals for breaches of civil aviation regulations.
Among the violations, 404 cases involved airlines failing to comply with GACA instructions, resulting in penalties exceeding SR6.7 million. Another 136 violations related to passenger-rights regulations led to fines of more than SR5 million.
Additional violations included misconduct by airline passengers, breaches involving licensed companies and drone operators, as well as cases of false information provided during licensing procedures.
GACA said the enforcement campaign reflects its commitment to transparency, improved passenger experience and raising standards across Saudi Arabia’s air transport industry.
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