Due to Fire Hazard: Discover Airlines Bans Power Bank Charging On Board – What Mallorca Travelers Need to Know Now

New on board: Power banks can no longer be charged

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Since October 7, 2025, Discover Airlines has a strict ban: Power banks may no longer be used during the flight, i.e., they cannot be used to charge phones, tablets, or other devices. In other words: you may carry the mobile batteries in carry-on, but you may not plug them in and charge. Sounds simple, but it raises questions at the gate—especially on flights to Palma.

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Why this?

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The decision is based on a recommendation from the European aviation authority EASA, which has been scrutinizing lithium batteries more strictly since this year. Lithium-ion batteries can overheat and, in the worst case, trigger fires if defective. EASA therefore advises reducing the risk through usage restrictions. Discover cites this recommendation as the reason for the rule change.

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What does this mean for Mallorca travelers?

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Practically: when you walk to the gate at Palma airport (or elsewhere), you can still pack your power bank — in a pocket or in your hand. But you may not connect it, neither to USB ports in seats nor to your own cables. So if you like to charge your phone quickly during the approach to landing: please plan differently. Maybe pack a fully charged spare battery or use the outlets before boarding.

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Differences within the Lufthansa Group

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Important to know: Discover is part of the Lufthansa family, but not all sister companies have the same practice. Eurowings allows carrying and occasional charging of power banks, but requires that these devices remain in sight and within the passenger's immediate reach — and not be charged at seat USB ports. In short: read your airline's notices before departure.

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Fleet, destinations and everyday life on board

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Discover operates a fleet of about 30 jets and flies to around 60 destinations — including Mallorca, some seasonally. In recent months, for example, an Airbus A330 landed more frequently in Palma, which sometimes caused passengers and baggage controls to wait a bit longer. At the gate you often hear phrases like: "Did you switch off your power bank?" or "Do not plug in, please."

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Practical tips

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A few travel-day tips: Charge your smartphone to 100% before check-in; carry the power bank in an easily accessible compartment; note its capacity (Wh), as some airports ask about it; and avoid spare batteries in checked baggage. A small hot coffee cup at the airport often works wonders when nerves start to flutter at the gate.

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Conclusion: The measure is not an attack on our digital habits, but a precautionary measure. Those who spend a few extra minutes on preparation will get through security calmly and stay reachable — without sparks on board.