EasyJet Flight Diverted to Rome After Passenger Charges Device with Power Bank in Checked Luggage
L'essentiel
An EasyJet flight from Egypt to London was diverted to Rome after a passenger used a power bank in checked luggage to charge devices, violating aviation safety regulations.
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A passenger on an EasyJet flight from Egypt to London placed a power bank in their checked luggage and used it to charge devices. This action led to the flight being urgently diverted to Rome. The incident highlights ongoing concerns and regulations regarding the carriage and use of power banks on aircraft.
2026/05/26 09:30 Immediate News / Comprehensive Report
EasyJet passenger's power bank used for device charging in checked baggage, pilot makes emergency landing.
EasyJet flight EZY2618, which took off on the 19th from Hurgada, a tourist resort on the Egyptian Red Sea coast, heading to London, UK, was forced to make an emergency landing in Rome, Italy, because a passenger placed a power bank in their checked luggage and was using it to charge their electronic devices. This incident only came to light now.
According to CNN, after the passenger explained the situation to the crew, the pilot decided to land at the nearest airport, Rome-Fiumicino Airport. Flight tracking website FlightAware data shows that the flight landed in Rome at 11:33 PM on the 19th, three and a half hours after takeoff.
EasyJet stated that the company always prioritizes the safety of passengers and crew and deeply apologizes for the inconvenience caused by the flight diversion and delay. Hotel accommodation and meals were arranged that day, and passengers arrived at their original destination, London, on the morning of the 20th.
It is understood that the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) introduced regulations in March stipulating that passengers can carry a maximum of 2 power banks in their carry-on luggage when flying. The lithium metal weight must not exceed 2 grams, and the battery capacity must not exceed 100Wh, otherwise, the airline's approval must be sought.
ICAO also prohibits passengers from using power banks in their carry-on luggage on board, whether for charging devices or charging the power bank itself. Before ICAO implemented new regulations, many airlines already had similar measures, and now the vast majority of airlines comply with the above regulations.
Questions ouvertes
- What specific device was being charged?
- What was the exact capacity of the power bank?
- Were there any disciplinary actions taken against the passenger?
- What was the exact duration of the delay in Rome?
