Report: Lithium-Ion Device Fires Onboard Aircraft On The Rise

flight attendant using fire containment bag

Of lithium-ion battery incidents onboard U.S. aircraft in 2023, 85% were addressed before full thermal runaway occurred.

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Thermal runaway incidents involving lithium-ion batteries in personal devices on aircraft increased 28% from 2019 to 2023, a report by nonprofit UL Standards & Engagement says. The report recommends improved passenger education, flight crew training, and standards for baggage handling. The report is...
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