In the world of airborne chaos, where turbulence is just the tip of the iceberg, there exists something that can truly light up the skies. Cell phone explosions mid-flight! And in a similar incident, An Udaipur to Delhi bound Air India flight had to take THIS action to safeguard its passengers.
Udaipur-Delhi Air India Flight Makes Emergency Landing
An Air India flight leaving for Delhi from Udaipur was forced to make an emergency landing after a cell phone exploded on board. The phone belonged to a passenger and burst during the takeoff procedure, reported India Today. These tiny troublemakers, bursting with power and excitement, have a knack for choosing the most inconvenient moments to ignite.
Once the issue was resolved, the plane swiftly departed from Udaipur, a mere hour after the emergency landing. The pilot’s quick thinking probably helped ensure the safety of not just one, but many passengers.
Has this happened before? Yup! Last year, During an IndiGo flight from Dibrugarh to Delhi, a passenger’s mobile phone caught fire in mid-air. The incident was reported on April 15 2022. The cabin crew swiftly tackled the situation, using a fire extinguisher to douse the flames. These details were confirmed by officials from the aviation regulator DGCA, reported Gadgets Now.
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Cell Phone Explosion After During Takeoff Brings Plane To A Halt
While mobile phones are considered the most advanced technology and whatnot, these are the instances that remind us to do double take. Smartphone explosions can happen for multiple reasons.
Overcharging, an overheated battery, third-party hardware, overworking the processor and many more. In the unpredictable realm of air travel, cell phone explosions serve as a reminder of the unexpected dangers that can unfold at 30,000 feet above.
These fiery disruptions, though rare, demand swift action and vigilance from both passengers and crew. From emergency landings to quick thinking and fire extinguishers, the skies have witnessed these tiny ticking time bombs. So, next time you buckle up for a flight, remember to keep your electronic companions in check.
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