News — A99

IATA Special Provision A99 permits the air transport of large lithium and sodium-ion cells and batteries weighing more than 35 kg under specific conditions. While these batteries exceed the normal package limits, they may still be transported by cargo aircraft with the required approvals.   When Does A99 Apply? Special Provision A99 applies to: UN 3090 – Lithium Metal Batteries UN 3091 – Lithium Metal Batteries Contained In or Packed With Equipment UN 3480 – Lithium Ion Batteries UN 3481 – Lithium Ion Batteries Contained In or Packed With Equipment UN 3551 – Sodium-Ion Batteries UN 3552 – Sodium-Ion Batteries...