Vape ignites onboard Virgin Australia flight, triggering emergency services call
7NEWS Australia
A vape ignited mid-flight on a Virgin Australia plane, prompting an emergency response but resulting in no injuries.Summary
A Virgin Australia flight VA328 from Brisbane to Melbourne experienced mid-air chaos when a vape device's lithium battery ignited approximately five minutes before landing on Sunday afternoon. The pilot made an emergency call, and firefighters and paramedics were dispatched as a precaution. The plane landed safely, and passengers disembarked without injuries. Virgin Australia stated that the safety of passengers and crew is their top priority and commended the crew's quick response in containing the device. Aviation Rescue Firefighters removed the device after landing. While vapes are permitted in carry-on baggage, they cannot be charged or used during flights.
(Source：7NEWS Australia)
