How did a vape trigger an urgent call on a Virgin Australia domestic flight?
A Virgin Australia flight made an urgent call after smoke emerged from a vape during descent, prompting a precautionary landing with firefighters on standby.Summary
A Virgin Australia flight from Brisbane to Melbourne experienced a concerning incident when smoke was detected emanating from a vape device during descent. The pilots issued a “pan” call, indicating a situation requiring expedited arrival, and the flight landed safely with firefighters on standby. Aviation Rescue firefighters removed the device as a precaution. Experts note that vapes, powered by lithium-ion batteries, pose a fire risk due to varying manufacturing quality and potential for thermal runaway, especially when damaged or overheated. While lithium-ion battery fires are increasing, changes in cabin pressure during flights are unlikely to cause issues. Airlines, including Virgin Australia and Qantas, prohibit the use and charging of vapes onboard and require them to be carried in carry-on luggage only.
(Source：Google News)
