Southwest Airlines will introduce a new policy requiring portable chargers to be visible when they're in use onboard.

Portable chargers and power banks might be useful additions to your carry-on luggage, but they’re also a potential fire risk.

The carrier will require passengers to keep lithium batteries visible while in use in order to allow flight crews to respond ...

Southwest says it will limit battery charging to devices that are easily visible, in case chargers catch fire.

Some research suggests that portable chargers might be the second-leading cause of battery fires on planes, only behind ...

Use precise geolocation data. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Store and/or access information on a ...

If you're planning a summer vacation and intend on booking a flight with Southwest Airlines, take heed of a new rule ...

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while using them because of concerns about the growing number of lithium battery fires.

By JOSH FUNK Associated PressPassengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers ...

Under a new policy taking effect Wednesday, May 28, Southwest Airlines will be the first domestic carrier requiring ...

Southwest announced the new policy that will go into effect May ... risks for UL Standards & Engagement and works with 37 airlines and battery manufacturers to minimize them.