New data shows devices containing lithium-ion batteries are overheating more often aboard airliners.
Overheating events involving laptop computers, cell phones, e-cigarettes, portable chargers, and other devices are happening more often on commercial flights, according to a worldwide standards development organization’s new data on flights in U.S. airspace.
Cargo Safety, Dangerous Goods, News, Risk Management, terrorism
A U.S. oversight agency is recommending improvements in FAA risk assessment methods.
Dangerous Goods, Flight Ops, Maintenance Matters, News
ICAO has modified its instructions for carrying small lithium battery–powered devices in airplanes.
Lithium Batteries, Safety Oversight
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is accusing UPS of violating hazardous materials regulations by…
