Exploding Power Bank Causes Cabin Fire on China Southern Airlines Flight
A power bank belonging to a former airline chairman, Zhang Chuanwei, exploded and caught fire aboard a China Southern Airlines flight from Guangzhou. The incident occurred as the plane was taxiing for takeoff, causing smoke to fill the cabin. A flight attendant and a passenger successfully extinguished the flames using bottles of water and juice. The event resulted in a nearly three-hour delay for the flight to Shanghai. China Southern Airlines confirmed the fire was caused by the power bank and was handled appropriately by the crew.
Official Source: https://people.com/power-bank-of-former-airline-boss-explodes-and-catches-fire-mid-flight-12128451
Related Aviation News:
- KLM won't compensate passengers after ex-CEO's power bank exploded mid-flight
- Former KLM CEO allegedly sparks fire onboard after ignoring power bank rule
- Former KLM CEO’s power bank catches fire on transatlantic flight
- Ex-KLM CEO Breaks Power Bank Rule On A 777, Sparking A Mid-Air Fire & Diversion
- Former KLM CEO Allegedly Sparks Mid-Air Fire After Power Bank Bursts Into Flames