Can I take a sealed 12v motorcycle battery on a flight with Vietnam Airlines?

Apr 14, 2024
7 months ago
Nick *******
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Anyone had any experience taking a 12v Sealed small motorcycle battery on a flight? It is new & boxed. I'm going with Vietnam Airlines to London. Checked their website & seems it's ok. As long as it is sealed not wet.
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The conversation revolves around the question of whether a sealed 12v motorcycle battery can be taken on a flight, particularly with Vietnam Airlines. While some participants argue it may be permissible, citing that sealed batteries are generally allowed, others express concern regarding safety regulations and the airline's rules about transporting batteries. Key points emphasize that batteries often fall under hazardous goods regulations, and typically, they may need to be in carry-on luggage rather than checked baggage. Several comments also suggest the practicality of purchasing a battery locally upon arrival in the UK.
Michael ******
no way
Roger **********
Slightly more expensive v lugging a battery around and all the stress of hand carry checks. Seriously?
Roger **********
Nick, buy one when you get there.
Detlef ***********
WOW🀸🦘🀸🦘 !!!!! I sincerely hope you feel better now as you would say "" cos I can"" πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚!!! Total tool !!!
Nick *******
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Oh my god u really must be so lonely if u can post such a long response. Go away arsehole. No time for trolls. Spend ur life on your own texting.
Detlef ***********
Nick *******
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@Detlef **********
haha typical aussie arsehole. All mouth no action. Prob never even been to Thailand. Living on a farm on ur own that ur family gave you.

MUPPET
Detlef ***********
@Nick ******
WOW !!!!! your reply is just so overwhelming πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚!!!!! Especially coming from what I'm assuming is an anemic , pale faced , reprobate , typical pommy with more verbals than brains that adourn the bars of the seedy sides of the normally " land of smiles" !! I might add just enlighten you , that yes I do have a property on which I live alone on , that actually doesn't have a " council house" on it & I actually do own it outright by myself πŸ˜‚πŸ‘! How astute of youπŸ˜‚πŸ‘!!! In reference to being a typical "Aussie arsehole" I will take this as a compliment πŸ˜‚πŸ‘Œ!! Incidentally I have had the fortune to have traveled extensively in Thailand for many years & had the privilege to work on projects !! However , as to the later of your rant Mr Green I would , as among other Aussie's would take a dim view of calling one " all mouth & no action πŸ‘πŸ‘as I am very certain it would not end well !! So be polite , take a chill pill or a few more pints , reflect on your actions & have a good sleep πŸ’€πŸ’€ πŸ‘πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚
Nick *******
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Nick *******
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There we go you doubters who don't have a clue about traveling.

YOU CAN TAKE A SEALED BATTERY ON BOARD A PLANE.

End Off
Nick *******
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Lee ***********
Batteries are classed as hazardous goods and regulated by IATA regulations
Nick *******
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@Lee **********
they are still allowed o board
Vinson *******
What is the chemistry of the battery

Lead acid cells allways have vents - not sealed if tipped over or upside down and in negative pressure , like in the luggage hold

Lithium ion batteries can explode and are forbidden in luggage, even phone battery banks must be stowed in your carry on luggage

DON’T assume

Scooter Batteries are probably a little cheaper in thailand anyway
Nick *******
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@Vinson ******
yes sealed batteries are ok. I can get a cheap one in Thailand 250b Lazada. I only need it for few wks. Over Β£40 in uk. Amazon
Chris ******
Why not take a gallon of petrol too
Nick *******
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@Chris *****
wow ur a funny muppet arnt you
William **************
Have the sds/msds for the battery as well..
Simon *******
Ask the people that will give you the definitive answer,the airline you are traveling with are the only people that will give you an answer you know 100% to be correct
Nick *******
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@Simon ******
yes i know. Vietnam Airlines only state powerbanks or loose batteries. But i will call them next mth. Thx
Nick *******
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Nick *******
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There we go all you guys who are in denial
Darren ******
I wouldn't. Just safer no to
Detlef ***********
@Darren *****
precisely , in my opinion also !!!!
Darren ******
@Detlef **********
it would exceed the LAG limit of 100ml anyway
Nick *******
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@Darren *****
no not in checked luggage
Darren ******
@Nick ******
can't go in checked luggage
Nick *******
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Only powerbanks or mobile phones, laptops can not
Nick *******
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@Darren *****
yes it can
Stefan *******
@Nick ******
then why you ask the question if you already know it can
Nick *******
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@Stefan ******
coz like we all said, it depends on the airline. And my original question was, has anyone had experience of taking a battery on a flight.

Can you not read?
Stefan *******
@Nick ******
yes i can read but it sounds like you don't respect others opinion
Detlef ***********
Really Nick , what is the point of even thinking about it🫣🫣
Nick *******
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@Detlef **********
Duh coz i know i can do.
Detlef ***********
@Nick ******
how pathetic 🫣
Nick *******
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@Detlef **********
go bac in your little box room in central pattaya an troll someone else. MUPPET
Pascal ********
@Nick ******
you are the muppet here.
Nick *******
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Pascal Dumont ok old man, not that it has anything to do with you. Back to your barstool.
Detlef ***********
@Nick ******
now now Nick 🀣your true colors are showing 🀣🀣!!! Again pathetic & juvenile response🀣🀣🀣 !!! I don't troll nor live in a" little box room in Pattaya" as you've dreamed up however this little " Muppet " is currently , very comfortably , having a coffee on my veranda overlooking the beach a long way from your sujested locality πŸ€£β˜•πŸ€Έ!! Please don't bother to amuse me with a reply πŸ™ !!!!!!
Nick *******
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@Detlef **********
this is my post wally brain so just carry on wirh ur ladyboy in Nirun condos.
Nick *******
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@Detlef **********
so why even respond to my my post? Get a life.
Detlef ***********
@Nick ******
I have a nice life & can also READ πŸ˜œπŸ€£πŸ€£πŸ€£πŸ€£πŸ‘‹
Nongnuch ********
There are certain types of batteries that are forbidden to be taken on a plane, both in carry-on and checked luggage. One type of battery that is forbidden are spillable batteries, which contain liquid electrolyte and pose a safety risk if they leak or spill during transport. Another type of battery that is forbidden are recalled batteries. These could be recalled in a number of different devices so is a good opportunity to become familiar with the safety of your devices.
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Nick *******
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@Nongnuch *******
yes thankyou, good advice. I should be ok coz its sealed, new, an boxed.
Nick *******
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@Nongnuch *******
yes correct, but a sealed 12v battery is ok
Tim *******
@Nick ******
Need to calculate before your certain. See my response to you.
Nongnuch ********
you are not allowed to take batteries and power banks into you checked baggage on a flight. You can only carry batteries, rechargeables and power banks in your cabin baggage. Only device with up to and the specifications must be clearly visible on the item.
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%20batteries%20and%20power%20banks,be%20in%20your%20hand%20baggage.
Nick *******
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@Nongnuch *******
yes you can, if it is sealed, not a wet battery
Tim *******
Nonspillable wet batteries

(absorbed electrolyte)

Limited to 12 volts and 100

watt-hours per battery.

These must be the absorbed

electrolyte type (gel cells, AGM,

etc.) that meet specific

requirements.

Passengers are limited to two

spare (uninstalled) batteries

Spare batteries' terminals must

be protected within the outer

packaging.
Nick *******
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@Tim ******
yes thankyou, thats what i read also
Tim *******
Will have to calculate;

Calculating Watt-Hour (Wh) Rating:

β—¦ To calculate the watt-hour (Wh) rating

of a battery:

Watt-hours (Wh) = Volts (V) x Amp

hour (Ah).

Example: A 12 Volt battery rated a

8 Amp hours is rated at 96 watt-

hours (12 x 8 = 96).
Steve *******
Why bother? Cheap as chips in Thailand
Steve **********
@Steve ******
absolutely !
Andy **********
@Steve ******
He's taking the battery from Vietnam to the UK.
Nick *******
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@Andy *********
no from here in Thailand on Vietnam Airlines
Andy ******
@Nick ******
you will be lucky If they allow you , best of luck with that !!
Detlef ***********
@Andy *********
maybe you've misread Andy !! "" Flying with VN airlines , & not flying from VNπŸ€”πŸ‘
Andy **********
@Detlef **********
"I'm going with Vietnam Airlines to London."🧐
Steve *******
@Andy *********
Since he edited the post!
Andy **********
Not sure why you need to. Motorbike batteries are available in the UK at Halfords. But I suspect the battery won't be allowed in your checked luggage, and it will need to be in the original box. Uni flight 673 came down because one person put flammible liquids in the overhead locker, and another person put a motorbike battery in an overhead locker. A resulting electric arc then caused an explosion.
Nick *******
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@Andy *********
if its a sealed battery then should be no problem
Nick *******
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@Andy *********
yes but 3 times as muçh. Here i can get as low as 220b. I just need for moped run around in London 10 wks. Uk cost at least £40 amazon
Andy **********
@Nick ******
Presumably these 220B batteries are the sort that short circuit and burn down planes. You've just spent Β£1000 or so flying to the UK, then paying some exorbitant rent in London, but baulk at 40 quid. The battery needs to be an AGM type; they are the only truely sealed type.
Nick *******
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@Andy *********
no, my flight cost me Β£260 and i'm not renting.
Nick *******
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@Andy *********
yes true mate. But i hav 155 yamaha aerox here same battery. Not a problem
Andy **********
@Nick ******
Hopefully its not a counterfeit battery for Β£5.
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