Lufthansa Flight To Lisbon Diverted To Lyon After Powerbank Catches Fire
A Lufthansa spokesperson said the crew immediately secured the battery in a protective bag specially designed for lithium batteries, and no-one was injured.
Frankfurt - A Lufthansa flight bound for Lisbon was rerouted to Lyon, France, on Saturday due to a powerbank battery igniting onboard the Airbus A321-200 aircraft, the airline reported. The incident occurred during the 198 passenger journey from Frankfurt. A Lufthansa representative explained that crew members swiftly contained the battery in a specially designed protective bag for lithium batteries, ensuring no one was harmed.
The pilot opted for an emergency diversion to Lyon, and the plane landed safely. Travelers who brought a power bank reboarded the flight the following day following a night stay at a hotel. Lufthansa emphasized that passenger and crew safety is their utmost concern, and since January, the airline has prohibited the use and charging of external batteries on its planes despite allowing up to two in cabin luggage under specific safety guidelines.
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