25/02/2016
This will have some serious implications on timing of projects. Batteries will have to be sent ahead via cargo or courier.
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Breaking news is that the global aviation industry has taken a strong stance on the carriage of the controversial lithium ion batteries.
“The International Civil Aviation Organisation (Icao) has slapped a complete ban on lithium ion batteries (UN 3480 only) being carried as cargo on all passenger flights from April 1,” David Alexander, GM of Avsec, told FTWO.
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