An easyJet flight carrying 180 passengers from Hurghada, Egypt, to London Luton Airport was diverted to Rome on May 19 after a power bank was discovered charging in a passenger's hold luggage. The captain made the precautionary decision to divert the flight three hours into the journey, landing safely at Rome Fiumicino Airport approximately 20 minutes later. Passengers were provided with accommodation for the night and rescheduled to depart for London the next day at 2 PM. This incident underscores the increasing safety regulations surrounding power banks, which pose risks of overheating and fire. EasyJet's policies specify that power banks must not exceed 160Wh and must be stored in cabin baggage. The airline emphasized that passenger safety is its highest priority. Other airlines, like Lufthansa, have implemented stricter rules, prohibiting the use of power banks on board due to previous incidents of fires caused by these devices. The ongoing tightening of regulations reflects the aviation industry's commitment to ensuring safety in light of potential hazards posed by lithium batteries.