IATA: Lithium Battery Risk Mitigation Guidance for Operators
IATA (International Air Transport Association) announced the publication of the first edition of the Lithium Battery Risk Mitigation Guidance for Operators. This is a free online guide which provides airline operators with critical information related to the safe handling and transport of lithium batteries by air. It is also copyright-free, allowing for download distribution to all interested users.
From Kevin Hiatt, IATA’s Senior Vice President for Safety and Flight Operations:
Lithium batteries are safe to transport provided that they are designed, tested, manufactured and packaged in accordance with the global transport safety standards. Developed with the input of leading industry groups specialized in the area of handling potentially dangerous goods, the Lithium Battery Risk Mitigation Guidance for Operators represents an invaluable source of reference. Whether on passenger or cargo aircraft, operators can now rely on this guide, which will be updated and expanded as needed.
To read the entire press release: IATA
To see the guide: Lithium Battery Risk Mitigation Guidance
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