A good diving holiday depends on perfect lighting conditions underwater \u2013 whether it’s a night dive at the house reef in Dahab or exploring deep caves in southern Egypt. However, if you want to take your own diving torch with you, you should thoroughly research the transport regulations beforehand. Not every torch is allowed on the plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, you will learn what you need to know about carrying diving torches in your luggage, what types of batteries are used in torches, and how to prepare for your diving trip without any stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Diving lamps usually contain powerful lithium-ion batteries. Under certain conditions, these batteries can generate heat and are therefore classified as dangerous goods by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the UN aviation authority ICAO. There is a risk of fire, especially if the batteries are damaged or improperly packaged, which is why strict regulations apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news:<\/strong> You can still take your lamp with you \u2013 if you bear a few things in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important points at a glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These rules apply internationally<\/strong> and are implemented uniformly throughout Europe \u2013 including on flights to Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most common types of batteries are rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in a cylindrical design. Here is a brief overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n By way of comparison, a battery with 3000 mAh at 3.7 V has around 11.1 Wh<\/strong> \u2013 well below the critical limit of 100 Wh for transport in hand luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To give you a better idea, here are some popular models with information on battery capacity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you can see, even powerful lamps often remain well below the 100 Wh limit, which makes them easier to carry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To ensure your equipment arrives safely at the Red Sea, here are a few tried-and-tested transport tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your airline before you fly \u2013 especially if you want to take a powerful or unusual torch with you. Download or print out the specifications for your torch\/batteries. That way, you’ll be on the safe side if you are asked about them at check-in or security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By the way: our bases also offer lamps for hire for night dives \u2013 in case you prefer to leave your own at home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ? Book your diving holiday now: www.lagona-divers.com\/en\/rates-and-booking\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you like our information? Then subscribe to our newsletter, which is only sent out a few times a year (whenever we find the time) and can be unsubscribed from at any time:<\/p>\n\n\nThese rules apply when flying with diving lamps.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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What kind of batteries are actually used in diving torches?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Examples of diving lamps and their battery strengths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Packing tips for your diving torch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Our advice for Lagona Divers guests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n