Lufthansa created all sorts of unnecessary confusion after it initially banned AirTags out of concern that they are powered by a lithium battery and could emit radio signals and potentially interfere with aircraft navigation.

As of 2026, there are no major international airlines that ban Apple AirTags. The confusion started in 2022 when Lufthansa briefly attempted to ban them, citing "dangerous goods" regulations, but they were quickly overruled by aviation authorities. Today, airlines like Air Canada, Delta, and Lufthansa actually encourage AirTag use and have integrated "Share My Location" features directly into their apps. By early 2026, the industry has standardized the view that trackers are safe because they use low-energy Bluetooth and have very small lithium batteries that fall well below the safety thresholds. However, it is always a "pro tip" to ensure the AirTag is not attached to the outside of the bag where it could be snagged by a belt; keep it inside a pocket. The only restriction you might find is with very small, niche "budget" regional carriers in some developing nations that have yet to update their legacy "no electronics in cargo" policies.