Standard battery17.28 Wh
Drone cabinAllowed
Drone checkedConditional
Power banks1 × ≤100 Wh
What matters for this exact combination
Southwest permits up to 20 spare batteries for cameras, drones, games and toys in carry-on baggage. From April 20, 2026, each customer is limited to one power bank, which must stay out of checked baggage and the overhead bin.
Southwest Airlines note: Effective 20 April 2026, Southwest limits customers to one power bank at or below 100 Wh. It must stay out of checked baggage and the overhead bin; charging the power bank onboard is not allowed.
Mavic Mini battery variants
| Battery | Wh | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Flight Battery | 17.28 Wh | ≤100 Wh |
| Intelligent Flight Battery (1100 mAh regional variant) | 8.36 Wh | ≤100 Wh |
DJI lists both a 17.28 Wh battery and an 8.36 Wh 1100 mAh regional variant. Use the rating printed on your actual battery.
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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Primary sources
Manufacturer battery source ↗
Southwest Airlines official rule ↗