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FAA Lithium Battery Safety: Flying Smart with Space Suitcases®

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) sets global standards for how lithium batteries travel on airplanes.

Every Space Suitcase® is engineered around these safety standards — because your luggage should be as airworthy as you are.

Here’s how our technology keeps you safe, compliant, and worry-free, no matter where you fly.


🔋 What the FAA Requires


The FAA governs the transport of lithium-ion batteries on all U.S. commercial flights — both domestic and international.

Their main guidelines are simple:

  • Batteries under 100 Wh are allowed in carry-on baggage.

  • Spare batteries must never be placed in checked luggage.

  • Each battery must be protected from short circuit or damage (no loose terminals or metal contact).

  • Devices must have a way to be fully powered off during flight.

💡 In plain terms: If your suitcase battery can be removed and safely carried on board — it’s FAA compliant.


Plane and suitcase with a battery. Text: TSA & FAA battery rules. <100 Wh carry-on is OK. Remove battery before check-in.

🧠 How Space Suitcases® Meet FAA Standards


We designed every battery from the ground up to exceed FAA expectations.

  • ERT1: 73.26 Wh removable lithium-ion battery (below the 100 Wh limit)

  • AF3: 63 Wh removable lithium-ion battery

  • KD3: Compact protected module with built-in safety cell isolation

Each battery includes:

  • Automatic short-circuit protection

  • Thermal cutoff sensors to prevent overheating

  • Surge and discharge balancing for long-term health

  • Clear watt-hour labeling for inspection



✈️ Carry-On vs. Checked Luggage


When traveling by air, remember:

  1. Always remove your battery before checking in your suitcase.

  2. Carry the battery in your hand luggage, same as any power bank.

  3. Check with your airline or travel agent if you’re unsure — some allow batteries to remain installed for cabin carry-on, while others prefer removal.

💡 Pro Tip: TSA and FAA work together — so if it’s TSA-approved, it’s already FAA-compliant.



🧪 Tested and Verified


Before a Space Suitcase® ever reaches your hands, its battery undergoes multiple rounds of testing:

  • Thermal stress tests (simulating cabin heat cycles)

  • Shock and vibration tests (simulating turbulence)

  • Discharge stability checks

  • EMI shielding validation for sensitive aircraft environments

These certifications align with both UN 38.3 and FAA lithium battery transport standards — the same used for laptops and medical devices.



Scientist in lab coat holding lithium-ion power pack, examining components. Background has monitors displaying technical data. High-tech ambiance.

🌎 Global Travel Compatibility


While the FAA regulates U.S. air travel, international bodies like EASA (Europe) and ICAO (global) mirror the same limits — meaning your Space Suitcase® is safe worldwide.

Our smart battery system was designed for universal compliance:

  • Removable in seconds for inspection

  • Clearly labeled watt-hour output

  • Protective isolation cell design



🔒 Designed for Peace of Mind


Safety doesn’t mean compromise — it means confidence.

With Space Suitcases®, you don’t need to guess whether your luggage is allowed onboard.

You’re already flying within FAA guidelines, thanks to:


💬 Final Thoughts


Smart travel should never come with uncertainty.

At Space Suitcases®, we’ve built compliance right into the core of our design — so you can focus on where you’re going, not what you’re carrying.

Every rideable suitcase we make is powered by innovation, tested for safety, and approved for flight.

The sky isn’t the limit — it’s your runway.






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