Emirates airline has reportedly said the cabin ban on laptops no longer applies on its flights to the United States.
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Electronics ban lifted on Etihad Airways flights to US
In an official statement Etihad Airways said, “Effective immediately, the removal of the restrictions allows passengers flying to the US to carry all laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices onto the aircraft, subject to enhanced security measures.