No Aust plane ban for electronic devices

The federal government is monitoring the international security situation, but won't follow other countries in banning electronic devices on planes.

File image. Source: Press Association

Australia won't be following America and the UK in banning electronic devices like laptops, DVD players and tablets on planes coming from Middle Eastern countries.

The federal government will keep monitoring security developments and says it will adjust security measures if needed.

It says Australians travelling to the US or Europe through Middle Eastern countries will be affected by the device ban and should contact their airlines or travel agent for more information.