Battery in checked luggage

[risky]

I want to take a car battery jump-starter in checked luggage (on a domestic Australian flight). It contains a battery, specifically a sealed lead-acid (SLA, like the ones found in UPSs or alarm systems).

The Qantas dangerous goods page Qantas Baggage | Dangerous Goods Information talks about spare batteries (and lithium batteries) only. Am I correct in think that this piece of equipment will be ok?

I have emailed Qantas at the suggested address, but it may take a while for them to respond. Any guidance or past experience most appreciated!

 

[MelUser]

I hope you are not travelling to USA!

 

[risky]

No, domestic Aus (I forgot to pack it with the other kit going by road)

 

[JessicaTam]

My first impression is that it wouldn't be allowed as 'sealed lead acid' doesn't sound very nice to the lay person.

Try ringing QF to speak to someone about it. Then if they say yes get as much identification from them as you can, or a confirmation email. I know they are heavy, but taking it as carry on might be an alternative you may want to ask about as you can ensure its integrity.

It will be interesting to hear how you get on.

 

[Hvr]

Just don't start anything.

(Sorry I have no idea about the legalities of flying with a battery but couldn't resist. Hopefully you're not part of a shocking cell.)

 

[JessicaTam]

Just don't start anything.

(Sorry I have no idea about the legalities of flying with a battery but couldn't resist. Hopefully you're not part of a shocking cell.)

Now that is just assault and battery of the english language.

 

[Hvr]

Now that is just assault and battery of the english language.

So will I be charged?

 

[Austman]

So will I be charged?

Flat rate charges apply.

 

[Hvr]

Flat rate charges apply.

Do you know watt they are and if your information is current? Hopefully the information will trickle through in time for the op.

 

[JessicaTam]

Do you know watt they are and if your information is current? Hopefully the information will trickle through in time for the op.

Yep, positive that this thread is amping up to silliness. Who knows where it will lead. Going off to connect with my inner energy. "Ohm, Ohm, Ohm"

 

[straitman]

Back O(n) T for a moment.

In a previous life I was DG acceptance trained but that is a bit of an historic blur now.

I'll try and remember to ask someone who is current (tomorrow) to get the real answer.

 

[JessicaTam]

Back O(n) T for a moment.

In a previous life I was DG acceptance trained but that is a bit of an historic blur now.

I'll try and remember to ask someone who is current (tomorrow) to get the real answer.

Glad to see you are joining the fun.

 

[Hvr]

Glad to see you are joining the fun.

So far no negativity here which is good. I C it is Triple A fun and no one is getting a D for effort.

 

[JessicaTam]

So far no negativity here which is good. I C it is Triple A fun and no one is getting a D for effort.

There has been no resistance from the OP.

 

[Hvr]

Back O(n) T for a moment.

In a previous life I was DG acceptance trained but that is a bit of an historic blur now.

I'll try and remember to ask someone who is current (tomorrow) to get the real answer.

Any chance you could short circuit or even jump start the process?

 

[straitman]

Any chance you could short circuit or even jump start the process?

Not until 0600 :!:

.... and that's not going to happen as I'll still be on recharge at that time :!:

 

[ashleyn]

Not until 0600 :!:

.... and that's not going to happen as I'll still be on recharge at that time :!:

Poor OP, bet he never thought an innocent post would generate such fun responses.

 

[Major]

Not until 0600 :!:

.... and that's not going to happen as I'll still be on recharge at that time :!:

I'm glad to see one of the mods is switched on. :!:

 

[risky]

Poor OP, bet he never thought an innocent post would generate such fun responses.

Ohm my goodness, watts going on?

 

[oz_mark]

I want to take a car battery jump-starter in checked luggage (on a domestic Australian flight). It contains a battery, specifically a sealed lead-acid (SLA, like the ones found in UPSs or alarm systems).

The Qantas dangerous goods page Qantas Baggage | Dangerous Goods Information talks about spare batteries (and lithium batteries) only. Am I correct in think that this piece of equipment will be ok?

I have emailed Qantas at the suggested address, but it may take a while for them to respond. Any guidance or past experience most appreciated!

I think you need the formal answer from Qantas on it, but at a guess I would suggest that the battery will need to certified as non-spillable. There will likely be some specific packaging conditions along with it.