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Southwest is implementing a new policy that'll impact customers using motorized mobility devices

Beginning Sept. 25, passengers will be required to take out removable lithium batteries from devices such as wheelchairs and scooters before boarding

The move follows a previous announcement Southwest made earlier this year regarding the use of lithium batteries during flight

Southwest Airlines just announced a new policy that’ll impact customers who use motorized mobility devices.

On Friday, Sept. 12, Dave Hunt, the company’s vice president of safety and security, shared an internal memo with employees informing personnel of the upcoming changes.

“Beginning Sept. 25, 2025, new safety requirements will take effect for lithium powered mobility devices such as powered wheelcha

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