NationStates Jolt Archive


Dry Cell Batteries on Airlines

Zarakon
16-01-2007, 20:14
Hey all, could I get some kind of website saying it's safe to take dry cell batteries onto airplanes?

Because wet cell batteries used to explode, so some pilots won't let wheelchairs on. So I need some kind of article saying dry cells are safe.

Thanks.
Eve Online
16-01-2007, 20:16
Hey all, could I get some kind of website saying it's safe to take dry cell batteries onto airplanes?

Because wet cell batteries used to explode, so some pilots won't let wheelchairs on. So I need some kind of article saying dry cells are safe.

Thanks.

Oh for crying out loud! :rolleyes:
Arinola
16-01-2007, 20:18
Oh for crying out loud! :rolleyes:

...
Ok, what?
Eve Online
16-01-2007, 20:24
Its also important to note that you cannot bring: Tear Gas, Hand Grenades, Meat Cleavers, or Pressurized Cheese.

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm

Doesn't say anything about batteries...
Wilgrove
16-01-2007, 20:25
Hey all, could I get some kind of website saying it's safe to take dry cell batteries onto airplanes?

Because wet cell batteries used to explode, so some pilots won't let wheelchairs on. So I need some kind of article saying dry cells are safe.

Thanks.

What Airline are we talking about because different airline has their own policy.
Eve Online
16-01-2007, 20:26
Although...

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm#2

All disability-related equipment, aids, and devices continue to be allowed through security checkpoints once cleared through screening.

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/index.shtm
Zarakon
16-01-2007, 20:27
Thanks, I hunted it down on the FAA website.


Did you know you can bring small arms ammunition onto airplanes?
Morganatron
16-01-2007, 20:27
Edit: Eve Online beat me to it.
Eve Online
16-01-2007, 20:28
Thanks, I hunted it down on the FAA website.


Did you know you can bring small arms ammunition onto airplanes?

Yes, as long as they are in your checked luggage - not in your carryon.

Not as much of a hazard as you might believe. A Bic disposable lighter is more dangerous than an unchambered cartridge.