google.groups@interfacia.co.uk wrote:
>
> Read a bit more carefuly:
>
> "consumer electronic devices (watches, calculating machines, cameras,
> cellular phones, laptop computers, camcorders, etc.) containing lithium
>
> or lithium ion cells or batteries when carried by passengers or crew
> for
> personal use. Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to
> prevent short circuits and carried in CARRY-ON BAGGAGE ONLY."
>
> and
>
> ...dangerous goods, for example lithium batteries or pyrotechnic
> material, are totally forbidden.
>
> I've got safety leaflets with equipment I've bought before. They say
> Lithium is dangerous in the hold!
You read carefully: It specifically states "Spare batteries" must be in
"carry-on baggage only". It does not mention batteries already in the
equipment, which can be checked. |