British Airways — Personal mobility devices (hoverboard, e-scooter, self-balancing wheel, e-bike)

British Airways rule

On person Not stated

Cabin baggage Prohibited

Checked baggage Prohibited

Stricter than the standard rule

Restricted and prohibited items British Airways

Last verified Sep 19, 2026

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International baseline rule

On person Not stated

Cabin baggage Allowed with conditions

Allowed only if the lithium battery is removable; the battery must then be removed and carried in cabin baggage.

Checked baggage Prohibited

A bag with a non-removable lithium battery may not be accepted as checked or cabin baggage, depending on the airline.

IATA - Safe Travel with Lithium Batteries IATA (International Air Transport Association)

Last verified Sep 19, 2026

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What are British Airways rules for Personal mobility devices (hoverboard, e-scooter, self-balancing wheel, e-bike)?

See the cabin and checked baggage limits for Personal mobility devices (hoverboard, e-scooter, self-balancing wheel, e-bike) on British Airways below, compared with the international baseline rule.