Business Readout: After power bank bans, aviation needs onboard power supply clarity for normal passengers

From the USB-IF to USB-PD to Type-C, with milliampere-hours, volts and watts, passengers are understandably confused — so it’s up to airlines, cabin designers and the supply chain to bring clarity

By John Walton 8 min read
The underside of an IFE system with unmarked USB Type-C and Type-A sockets.
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John Walton

Editor in chief of The Up Front, with two decades of experience reporting across the global aviation industry, specialising in business and first class, seats, cabins and the passenger experience.