Passenger's device starts smoking, flight diverted
An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday after a passenger's electronic device caught fire. The cabin crew detected smoke from the device and acted swiftly. The aircraft, 6E 6115, safely landed in Hyderabad. The personal electronic device, likely containing a Li-ion battery, was placed in the overhead baggage area.
Despite instructions, many passengers fail to follow cabin crew guidelines and store such devices in bags placed in overhead bins. This results in potential undetected fires in the aircraft's belly baggage hold. The Indian civil aviation ministry is addressing this concern, while IndiGo prioritizes the safety of its customers and crew, offering refreshments and updates to minimize inconvenience. Another aircraft has been arranged to complete the journey to Chennai.
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