Can you take a drone on a plane British Airways?

British Airways Drone Policy ? British Airways should allow you to carry your drone on their planes but your drone's batteries should be less than 160-watt-hour & ideally placed in a fireproof bag during transport. There might be a limit on the number of drone's batteries you can carry based on their power size.



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They must fit if you take an overhead bag on board your flight. Your overhead carry-on luggage must measure no more than 55cm x 40cm x 23cm to ensure it fits. The BA hand baggage allowance allows your hand luggage to weigh no more than 23kg, with plenty of room for a quick weekend trip away.

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Lithium batteries can catch fire
While not all batteries are prohibited in checked luggage, lithium batteries are considered hazardous and should not be packed in checked bags. If a lithium battery overheats and catches fire inside the cargo hold, the fire can quickly spread and become difficult to control.

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Special Travel Considerations for Foreigners Whether you plan to fly for fun or for work, you must register your drone with the FAA using the FAADroneZone portal. If you plan to fly your drone for recreation in the U.S., you must take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) required by the FAA.

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If you need assistance with screening, you may ask for a Passenger Support Specialist or a Supervisory TSA Officer. Devices containing lithium metal or lithium ion batteries must be carried in carry-on baggage. Most other consumer electronic devices containing batteries are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage.

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Spare (uninstalled) lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries, electronic cigarettes and vaping devices are prohibited in checked baggage. They must be carried with the passenger in carry-on baggage.

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Checked Bags: No Spare (uninstalled) lithium ion and lithium metal batteries, including power banks and cell phone battery charging cases, must be carried in carry-on baggage only.

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Liquids, creams, powders and aerosols
  • Hand baggage requirements for liquids.
  • Toiletries, medicines and aerosols.
  • Alcoholic drinks.
  • Duty-free and airport purchases when connecting.
  • Food and infant milk.
  • Insulated packaging with liquid nitrogen.


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Customers may take either one or two pieces of free hand baggage on board (depending on fare type) which must be a maximum size of 55x40x23cm, plus one personal item. bmi Gold and Silver Diamond Club members are not permitted any additional hand baggage. Infants are not entitled to an allowance.

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Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols. Common travel items that must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule include toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash and lotion.

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