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FAA Warns of Rising Lithium Battery Fires on Airplanes
The FAA is warning air travelers about the increasing danger of lithium-ion battery fires on airplanes, with incidents rising 388% since 2015; one in four passengers admits to improperly packing these batteries in checked luggage, adding to the risk of difficult-to-extinguish cargo hold fires.
FAA Warns of Rising Lithium Battery Fires on Airplanes
The FAA is warning air travelers about the increasing danger of lithium-ion battery fires on airplanes, with incidents rising 388% since 2015; one in four passengers admits to improperly packing these batteries in checked luggage, adding to the risk of difficult-to-extinguish cargo hold fires.
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