Flying with Your Mobility Aid: What You Need to Know About Batteries.

Travelling with a mobility aid can be life-changing, but it comes with its own set of challenges — especially when it comes to battery-powered devices. Whether you’re using a powered wheelchair, scooter, or power assist device, knowing the air travel rules for batteries is essential to ensure a smooth journey.

At Mr Mobility, we want to make your travel experience as seamless and stress-free as possible. This guide covers everything you need to know about flying with batteries — including which of our products are travel-friendly and how to comply with international airline regulations.

General Airline Rules for Lithium Batteries in Mobility Aids

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strict guidelines when it comes to transporting lithium batteries on planes:

• Removable lithium-ion batteries must not exceed 300 watt-hours (Wh).
• You can carry one spare battery not exceeding 300Wh or two spares not exceeding 160Wh each.
• Non-removable batteries have no Wh limit.
• All spare batteries must be protected from damage (e.g. in a pouch or case) and carried in the cabin.
• SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) batteries are generally unrestricted if properly installed or stored.

Knowing your battery type and capacity in watt-hours (Wh) is key to compliance. Here’s how our product range fits into those rules:

Travel-Friendly Mr Mobility Products

• HS295 Scooter
  • Battery Type: SLA (Sealed Lead Acid)
  • Configuration: 1 removable pack (2 x 12V 12Ah = 288Wh)
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel
• CE Power Chair
  • Battery Type: SLA
  • Configuration: 2 removable boxes (12V 36Ah each = 864Wh total)
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel
• Velocity Chair
  • Battery Type: SLA
  • Configuration: 2 x 12V 50Ah (24V 50Ah = 1200Wh) – non-removable
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel (Non-removable = No Wh limit)
• Smart Drive
  • Battery Type: Lithium-ion
  • Configuration: Internal 36V 3.4Ah (123Wh)
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel (Well under 300Wh, non-removable)
• Q50 Carbon
  • Battery Type: Removable Lithium-ion
  • Configuration: 1 x 24V 10Ah (240Wh), space for a second
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel
  • Bonus: You can carry a second battery (240Wh + 240Wh = 480Wh total) within airline rules
• eMotion M15 (Older Model)
  • Battery Type: Lithium-ion
  • Configuration: Removable (25.5V 6.45Ah = 165Wh per wheel)
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel
• eMotion M25 & Duo Drive (Current Models)
  • Battery Type: Lithium-ion
  • Configuration: Internal 36.5V 4.3Ah (157Wh per wheel)
  • Travel Status: Safe for Air Travel (Non-removable + under limit)

Products That Require Special Attention

Some of our products use batteries that exceed the 300Wh limit for removable lithium batteries. That doesn’t mean you can’t travel with them — it just means they must be declared as non-removable to comply with regulations.

Q50R

• Battery Type: Removable Lithium-ion
• Configuration: 1 x 24V 30Ah = 720Wh
• Issue: Exceeds 300Wh limit
• Solution: Declare as non-removable when flying

Motryke

• Battery Type: Removable Lithium-ion
• Configuration: 36V 12.5Ah = 432Wh
• Issue: Exceeds 300Wh limit
• Solution: Declare as non-removable for airline approval

Travel Smart: Battery Checklist

Before you fly with your mobility aid, follow these essential steps to ensure smooth travel and full compliance with airline regulations:

• Check your battery type and Wh rating
  Know whether your battery is Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) or Lithium-ion (Li-ion), and confirm its Watt-hour (Wh) rating.
• Declare removable batteries under 300Wh
  If your lithium battery is removable, it must be 300Wh or less. You may carry:
  • One spare battery up to 300Wh, or
  • Two spare batteries up to 160Wh each

• Bring spare batteries in cabin
  Spare batteries must be carried in the passenger cabin, in protective pouches to avoid damage or accidental activation.
• Secure the battery or drive unit in the cabin
  For products like the Smart Drive, Q50 Carbon, and eMotion M15, the battery unit and/or drive unit must:
  • Be carried in the passenger cabin
  • Be secured to prevent activation or damage from shifting luggage or cargo
• Inform the pilot-in-command
  The location of the lithium battery unit in the cabin must be communicated to the pilot-in-command.

Get airline approval in advance
It is strongly recommended that you make advanced arrangements with each airline operator and receive approval prior to your departure date.

Travel With Confidence

Air travel with mobility aids doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By knowing your battery type, understanding airline requirements, and preparing the correct documentation in advance, you can avoid last-minute surprises and ensure a smooth journey.

At Mr Mobility, we’re here to support you every step of the way — from helping you identify your battery specifications to advising you on best practices for airline compliance. Whether you’re travelling with a Smart Drive, Q50 Carbon, eMotion M15 or any of our other products, following this checklist will help keep your trip stress-free and your equipment safe.

Wherever you’re heading, you deserve to travel with independence and peace of mind — and CE Mobility is proud to help make that possible.

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Disclaimer

Due to the frequent amendments of the respective regulations, which partly occur on an annual basis — this information provided is thus valid as of June 2025 and subject to change.