South Korea’s Transport Ministry suspects a spare power bank might have caused the fire on Air Busan’s plane in January. Initial findings show scorch marks on a battery, indicating insulation failure. This highlights potential risks posed by lithium batteries in devices like phones and laptops, leading to fire hazards.
Investigations, led by the Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board, are ongoing, as reported by DAILY POST. Fortunately, all 170 passengers and six crew were safely evacuated. The incident underscores the importance of addressing potential safety threats associated with Lithium batteries in air travel.
- The fire began in an overhead luggage bin.
- No issues found with the plane’s electrical systems.
- Final accident report due within a year per aviation standards.
For more details, see the full DAILY POST article.
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