Standard battery44.4 Wh
Drone cabinAllowed
Drone checkedAllowed
Power banks1 × ≤100 Wh
What matters for this exact combination
Etihad permits drones in cabin or checked baggage when switched off and protected. Drone batteries must be UN 38.3 compliant, visibly Wh-marked and in good condition; 100–160 Wh requires prior approval. Only one power bank up to 100 Wh is accepted.
Etihad Airways note: Etihad permits a maximum of two spare drone batteries. Drone batteries must be UN 38.3 compliant, visibly Wh-marked and in good condition; 100–160 Wh requires prior approval at least seven days before travel. One power bank up to 100 Wh is allowed and onboard use/charging is prohibited.
FPV battery variants
| Battery | Wh | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Flight Battery | 44.4 Wh | ≤100 Wh |
The official DJI FPV flight battery is 44.4 Wh. Goggles may contain a separate lithium battery, so include that device in your full travel manifest if applicable.
Before you pack
- Count every loose/spare drone battery, not only the standard pack.
- Keep spare lithium batteries protected against short circuit and in cabin baggage.
- Add power banks separately because 2026 rules can be stricter than ordinary spare-battery limits.
- If your itinerary has a connection, check every operating carrier — the stricter segment can control the practical result.
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