Lufthansa bans Apple AirTags on checked bags

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Wouldn't want anyone to know how much luggage is lost, eh?

formulated by the International Air Transport Association , which are based on ICAO recommendations. The IATA rule states approval is not required for lithium metal batteries with lithium content of two grams or less – so AirTags would be allowed.say checked bags may contain devices with integral, removable batteries that have lithium content of up to 0.3 g – meaning AirTags should be allowed.

This may be where Apple's GPS trackers run afoul of the rules: AirTags do not have an on-device or remote off switch – the batteryWhether or how Lufthansa intends to enforce this policy isn't obvious. Removing bags with AirTags from flights seems certain to generate ill-will among customers. We'll update this story if we hear back from Lufthansa. ®

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