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Civil Aviation Administration of China: Power banks without 3C certification or recalled models banned on domestic flights
To ensure the safety of aviation operations, the Civil Aviation Administration of China has issued an urgent notice. Starting June 28, passengers are prohibited from carrying power banks that lack a 3C certification label, have unclear 3C labeling, or belong to recalled models or batches on domestic flights. (For details, please visit the official website of the State Administration for Market Regulation's Defective Product Recall Technical Center at www.samrdprc.org.cn/xfpzh/xfpgnzh)
Pudong Airport and Hongqiao Airport will enforce the requirements of this notice to ensure passenger safety. We kindly ask all passengers to comply with this notice by carefully checking the certification label, brand, and model of your power banks before traveling. Please do not bring non-compliant power banks on board. Remove your power bank before security checks to prevent travel delays.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Following escalating tensions in the Middle East, several countries closed their airspace, causing widespread flight cancellations and diversions on Feb 28. Shanghai Pudong International Airport immediately activated its emergency response.
The Shanghai Airport Authority's ground assistance helps passengers affected by flight cancellations. [Photo/WeChat account of AVINEX]
From Feb 28 to March 2, 36 flights to the Middle East were canceled, including three that safely returned to Shanghai. A total of 666 passengers received assistance during their return. The airport arranged special routes for returning passengers and provided rest areas with blankets and hot water.
Additionally, airlines extended check-in hours and provided support with luggage handling and rebooking. Airport staff members were assigned to guide passengers and assist them through the changes. For stranded travelers in transit or those without lodging, the airport arranged accommodations.
Pudong Airport provides ground support for foreign airline flights unable to depart due to disruptions. [Photo/WeChat account of AVINEX]
On March 3, two flights from Qatar Airways and Gulf Air were canceled. Ramada Pudong Airport Hotel provided 25 rooms for stranded passengers and crew. As further cancellations occurred, the airport collaborated with airlines to reschedule flight schedules and ensure continued support for passengers.
Passengers traveling through Pudong Airport were advised to stay updated on flight changes through official channels and plan accordingly. The airport continues to assist affected travelers and minimize disruptions during this crisis.