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According to an American Airlines press release, you will now be required to remove lithium-ion batteries from “smart bags” before they can be checked luggage. This policy will be implemented on January 15, 2018.
Beginning Jan. 15, customers who travel with a smart bag must be able to remove the battery in case the bag has to be checked at any point in the customer’s journey. If the battery cannot be removed, the bag will not be allowed.
If the customer is able to take the bag into the cabin with them, the customer will be able to leave the battery installed.
– American Airlines Press Release
I personally have an Away bag with an integrated lithium ion charging block. I'm not surprised by the new policy and it will be easy to comply with by always carrying on my bag. If I need to check my bag, I can remove the battery with a few quick screws.
Lithium-ion batteries have not been allowed in the cargo hold for several years. It's no surprise they are implementing a new rule pertaining to new smart bags. I don't get a lot of use out of my battery pack so I may just remove it to avoid future issues. My bag came with a tool to easily remove the battery, and there are instructions online from each luggage manufacturer to remove yours if necessary.
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