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Flying with a CPAP Battery on British Airways
British Airways travel guide for the EXP48PRO APEX CPAP battery. Learn the battery approval process, what documents to submit, and how to prepare before you fly.
153.6Wh
Under 160Wh
BA Approval Required
Submit 7+ Days Before Departure
Quick Answer
The EXP48PRO APEX is rated at 153.6Wh, placing it within British Airways’ 100–160Wh category for larger rechargeable lithium batteries. British Airways approval is required before travel. BA requires passengers carrying batteries in this range to submit its Lithium Battery Approval Form at least 7 days before departure. The request must include the battery’s watt-hour rating, manufacturer, model number, and evidence of UN 38.3 compliance. If approved, British Airways permits a maximum of two batteries in this category per passenger.
153.6Wh
Approval Required
Submit BA's battery approval format least 7 days before departure
British Airways Policy Snapshot
This summary is provided to help EXP PRO customers prepare for travel. British Airways’ battery approval process is separate from its medical guidance for CPAP machines.
Airline
British Airways
EXP48PRO Capacity
153.6Wh
Battery Category
Rechargeable lithium battery between 100Wh and 160Wh used with portable electronic / medical equipment
British Airways Approval
Required. Each passenger carrying a rechargeable lithium battery between 100Wh and 160Wh must obtain British Airways operator approval.
Approval Deadline
British Airways says operator approval requests must be submitted at least 7 days before departure to allow time for processing.
How to Apply
Complete British Airways’ official Lithium Battery Approval Form.
Required Battery Information
Watt-hour rating, manufacturer name, battery model number, and evidence that the battery meets UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3.
Maximum Quantity
If British Airways approves the battery for carriage, the maximum number permitted is two.
Spare Battery Packing
Spare lithium batteries must be carried in hand baggage and protected from short circuit and damage.
CPAP Medical Clearance
British Airways says medical clearance is not needed to travel with or use a CPAP machine for sleep apnoea. This is separate from the mandatory battery approval requirement.
Medical Letter
British Airways recommends carrying a letter from a medical professional stating why you need the CPAP machine for your journey.
Onboard Power Note
British Airways does not guarantee onboard power and recommends carrying a suitable battery if seat power is unavailable.
How the EXP48PRO APEX Fits British Airways’ Battery Rules
153.6Wh Capacity
The EXP48PRO APEX is below British Airways’ 160Wh upper limit for this battery approval category.
Approval Required
Because it exceeds 100Wh, you must obtain British Airways operator approval before travel.
Apply 7+ Days Before
British Airways requires approval requests to be submitted at least 7 days before departure.
UN 38.3 Documentation
British Airways requires evidence of UN 38.3 compliance as part of the battery approval request.
Required Steps Before You Fly
- At least 7 days before departure, submit British Airways’ Lithium Battery Approval Form.
- Enter the battery manufacturer as EXP PRO, model as EXP48PRO APEX, and capacity as 153.6Wh.
- Upload the required evidence of UN 38.3 compliance with your request.
- Wait for British Airways to notify you by email regarding the status of your approval request.
- Keep your written approval and EXP PRO travel documents with you during your trip.
- Pack the EXP48PRO APEX in your hand baggage and protect it from damage and short circuit.
- If your flight is operated by another airline, check that operating carrier’s battery approval process separately.
Important CPAP Notes
- British Airways says medical clearance is not needed to travel with or use a CPAP machine for sleep apnoea.
- That CPAP medical policy does not replace the separate battery approval requirement for a 153.6Wh battery.
- British Airways allows a CPAP device in the cabin as an extra piece of hand baggage without charge.
- British Airways recommends carrying a medical professional letter explaining why the CPAP machine is needed.
- British Airways does not guarantee onboard power, so confirm your power plan before travel.
Documents to Submit and Bring
British Airways requires battery information and UN 38.3 evidence during the approval process. After approval, keep copies of your documentation accessible while traveling.
EXP48PRO Airline Reference Sheet
A quick reference showing the EXP48PRO APEX battery capacity, intended CPAP use, and key travel information.
View document →UN 38.3 Certificate
British Airways requires evidence that batteries submitted for approval meet UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3.
View certificate →How to Get British Airways Battery Approval
Do not rely on an informal email or wait until you arrive at the airport. British Airways provides a dedicated approval form for spare rechargeable lithium batteries between 100Wh and 160Wh.
Submit the official British Airways Lithium Battery Approval Form at least 7 days before departure.
British Airways asks for the following information:
- Flight date
- Flight number
- Booking reference
- Passenger name and email address
- Battery manufacturer: EXP PRO
- Battery model: EXP48PRO APEX
- Battery capacity: 153.6Wh
- Number of batteries
- Evidence of UN 38.3 compliance
British Airways will review the request and notify you by email regarding the status of the approval. If the battery is accepted for carriage, BA states that the maximum number permitted is two.
Important: British Airways operator approval is required for the 153.6Wh EXP48PRO APEX. Submit BA’s official battery approval form at least 7 days before departure and do not assume that CPAP medical clearance rules also cover battery approval. Airline policies can change, so review British Airways’ current requirements before each trip.
Official British Airways References
Flying British Airways with your EXP48PRO APEX?
Submit British Airways’ battery approval form at least 7 days before departure, then download your EXP PRO travel documents to keep with your CPAP equipment.