Flying with Smart Luggage? Let's Check the Conditions for Carrying Smart Luggage During Flights

Jan 31, 2024

Flying with Smart Luggage? Let’s Check the Conditions for Carrying Smart Luggage During Flights

Smart Luggage [EN] – Smart luggage is a type of suitcase or travel bag equipped with advanced technology and smart features to enhance comfort, security, and connectivity during travel. Generally, smart luggage features include GPS tracking, electronic locking system or auto-locking, motorized wheels, Wi-Fi hotspot, and USB charger, allowing users to charge electronic devices or gadgets without opening the suitcase. No wonder, with advanced technological features, smart luggage is popular among travelers as it proves to be extremely beneficial in facilitating their journeys.

However, smart luggage utilizes lithium-ion batteries as a power source to support the smart features. Lithium-ion batteries are chosen for their high energy density, lightweight design, and ability to provide sufficient power for various functions.

Therefore, there are several regulations that you should be aware of and pay attention to if you intend to bring smart luggage on board.

The General Conditions for Carrying Smart Luggage on Aircraft

Smart luggage comes with two types of batteries: removable and non-removable. Both have different regulations due to the use of lithium-ion. When exceeded by the standard, it may cause security issues and the risk of fire hazards, whether in the aircraft cabin or cargo. Despite the advantages of lithium-ion batteries in terms of power and size, it’s important to note that each airline has specific regulations regarding using smart luggage on flights.

Here are the detailed terms and conditions:

1. Garuda Indonesia

a. As Cabin Baggage

Smart luggage with removable lithium-ion batteries.
Maximum lithium-ion battery capacity is 100 Wh.
The weight of the suitcase and its contents must not exceed 7 kg.
Overall dimensions, including wheels and handle, should not exceed 56 x 36 x 23 cm or a linear dimension of 115 cm.
The battery must be removed from the smart luggage before boarding.
If the smart luggage does not meet any of the above requirements, it is not allowed in the aircraft cabin.

b. As Checked Baggage

Smart luggage with removable lithium-ion batteries.
Lithium-ion battery capacity is up to 160 Wh.
If the smart luggage has a battery capacity exceeding 100 Wh but less than 160 Wh, it may be transported as checked baggage with prior approval from the airline.
The battery must be removed from the smart luggage before check-in and carried with the passenger into the aircraft.
If the smart luggage does not meet any of the above requirements, it is not allowed to be transported as checked baggage.

c. Smart Luggage with Non-Removable Batteries (Integrated with the suitcase)

Smart luggage with non-removable batteries (integrated with the suitcase) may cause a fire hazard in the cargo or aircraft cabin compartments. Therefore, this type of smart luggage is not permitted and is prohibited from being carried as both checked and cabin baggage.

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2. Citilink

a. As Cabin Baggage

Removable batteries are allowed.
Battery capacity ≤100 Wh.
Mandatory reporting to the check-in staff.
Must fit in the Baggage Test Unit (BTU) with maximum dimensions:
- Airbus A320 & A330: 56 cm x 36 cm x 23 cm
- ATR 72-600: 41 cm x 34 cm x 17 cm
Maximum weight of 7 kg.
The battery must be removed before entering the aircraft.
It is recommended to use a protective cover.
If not in compliance, a baggage sweep will be conducted at the boarding gate, and a fee will be charged.

b. As Checked Baggage

Removable batteries are allowed
Battery capacity ≤100 Wh
Mandatory reporting to the check-in staff
The battery must be removed
The removed battery must be carried by the passenger
It is recommended to use a protective cover

c. Smart Luggage is not allowed if: the smart luggage battery cannot be removed.

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3. Pelita Air

a. As Cabin Baggage

Non-removable batteries: Lithium metal type ≤ 0.3 g and Lithium-ion type ≤ 2.7 Wh
Removable batteries: Lithium-ion type ≤ 160 Wh
Removable batteries can be either installed or detached
Smart luggage brought into the cabin must be in the off/non-active state

b. As Checked Baggage

Non-removable batteries: Lithium metal type ≤ 0.3 g and Lithium-ion type ≤ 2.7 Wh
Removable batteries: Lithium-ion type ≤ 160 Wh
For smart luggage with removable batteries in checked baggage, the battery must be removed, carried during check-in, and kept by the passenger while on the aircraft

c. Batteries that are non-removable, Lithium metal > 0.3 g, and Lithium ion > 2.7 Wh are prohibited from entering the aircraft

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4. Lion Air Group (Lion Air, Super Air Jet, Wings Air, Batik Air)

Based on the official website of Lion Air Group, there are no specific regulations regarding the use of smart luggage. However, the airline emphasizes rules related to carrying portable battery chargers (power banks) and Lithium batteries, as follows:

Lion Air Group will conduct security checks and inquiries with passengers to prevent electronic devices containing lithium batteries from being carried as checked baggage
Electronic equipment that can interfere with aircraft navigation during take-off and landing must be turned off
When carrying Portable Battery Chargers (Power Banks) and backup Lithium or Lithium-ion batteries, passengers and unmanned small aircraft personnel must comply with the following:
- Portable Battery Chargers (Power Banks) and backup Lithium batteries carried on the aircraft should not be connected to other electronic devices or small unmanned aircraft
- Portable Battery Chargers (Power Banks) and backup Lithium or Lithium-ion batteries must be placed in the cabin baggage and are prohibited in checked baggage
Maximum capacity of 100 Wh is allowed as cabin baggage
Capacity between 100-160 Wh requires approval from Lion Air Group for transportation
Capacity exceeding 160 Wh is prohibited from being brought on the aircraft
Backup Lithium or Lithium-ion batteries must be placed in cabin baggage and protected separately to prevent short circuits
While on the aircraft, it is not allowed to connect Portable Battery Chargers (Power Banks)

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Those are the rules and regulations from various airlines in Indonesia regarding the use of smart luggage on flights. Make sure to check the policies of each airline before your flight. Adhere to the applicable rules so you can enjoy your journey more comfortably and safely. If you still have questions about smart luggage, kindly contact the airport staff or the customer service of each airline.

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Terbang Bawa Smart Luggage? Yuk, Cek Ketentuan Penggunaan Smart Luggage Saat Penerbangan

Smart Luggage [ID] – Smart luggage merupakan jenis koper atau tas perjalanan yang dilengkapi dengan teknologi canggih dan fitur pintar untuk meningkatkan kenyamanan, keamanan, dan konektivitas selama perjalanan. Secara umum smart luggage memiliki fitur seperti pelacakan GPS, sistem penguncian elektronik atau auto locking, roda bermotor, hotspot Wi-Fi hingga charger USB, dimana penggunanya bisa sekaligus mengisi daya perangkat elektronik atau gadget tanpa membuka koper. Tak heran, dengan fitur berteknologi canggih, smart luggage memiliki banyak peminat, terutama para traveler karena sangat bermanfaat untuk memudahkan perjalanan mereka.

Namun untuk mendukung fitur-fitur pintar di atas, smart luggage menggunakan baterai lithium-ion sebagai sumber daya. Pemilihan penggunaan baterai lithium-ion sendiri karena kepadatan energi tinggi, ukuran yang ringan, dan kemampuan memberikan daya yang cukup untuk mendukung berbagai fungsi tersebut.

Untuk itu, ada beberapa ketentuan yang harus kamu ketahui dan perhatikan jika ingin membawa smart luggage ke dalam pesawat.

**Ketentuan Penggunaan Smart Luggage di Pesawat**

Smart luggage memiliki dua jenis baterai, yaitu baterai yang bisa di lepas-pasang dan baterai yang tidak dapat di lepas-pasang. Keduanya memiliki ketentuan yang berbeda mengingat penggunaan lithium-ion yang melebihi standar dapat menyebabkan beberapa masalah keamanan serta dapat menimbulkan resiko bahaya kebakaran, baik di kabin pesawat maupun di bagasi, meskipun baterai yang digunakan pada smart luggage memberikan keuntungan dalam hal daya dan ukuran.

Adapun masing-masing maskapai penerbangan memiliki ketentuan yang berbeda dalam penggunaan smart luggage di pesawat. Berikut ini adalah detail syarat dan ketentuannya: