IndiGo Delhi-Chennai Flight 6E 6115 Diverted to Hyderabad After Power Bank Catches Fire Mid-Air
An IndiGo flight traveling from New Delhi to Chennai was safely diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday after smoke was detected inside the cabin. Aviation authorities confirmed that the incident stemmed from a passenger's personal electronic device, prompting immediate intervention by the flight crew.
An IndiGo flight travelling from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday, October 11, after smoke was detected from a passenger's personal electronic device kept in the overhead baggage compartment. The aircraft landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, and the airline arranged an alternative aircraft to help passengers continue their journey, TOI reported.
The incident involved IndiGo flight 6E 6115. According to the airline, the cabin crew responded promptly and brought the situation under control before the aircraft landed in Hyderabad. IndiGo Flight Hit by Lightning at 17,000 Feet, Nose Damaged on Patna-Lucknow Route; DGCA Probes.
Power Bank Catches Fire Mid-Air at IndiGo Flight
An IndiGo flight operating from Delhi to Chennai reportedly made an emergency landing at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad after a passenger's 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤 caught fire on board. The incident involved flight 6E6115, according to the sources.
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IndiGo Flight Diverted as Precaution
In a statement, IndiGo said smoke was detected from a passenger's personal electronic device while the aircraft was operating its Delhi-Chennai service. The pilots diverted the flight to Hyderabad in accordance with established safety procedures. The aircraft landed safely, and no injuries were reported in the initial accounts of the incident.
Reports identified the device as a power bank that caught fire during the flight. The crew's prompt response helped contain the situation. IndiGo Flight 6E 6542 Suffers Tail Strike During Landing at Bengaluru Airport; DGCA to Probe.
Alternative Aircraft Arranged for Passengers
Following the emergency diversion, IndiGo arranged an alternative aircraft for passengers to continue their journey to Chennai. The airline said the decision to divert the flight was taken in line with standard aviation safety protocols. Further details about the incident were not immediately available.
Power Bank Safety Concerns on Flights
Lithium-ion batteries used in power banks can overheat and enter a process known as thermal runaway, potentially causing smoke, fire and intense heat if damaged or malfunctioning. Such incidents pose particular challenges in aircraft cabins, where smoke and fire must be addressed quickly. Airlines therefore have specific procedures for handling battery-related emergencies.
The incident highlights the importance of following airline instructions for carrying and using portable electronic devices during air travel. Investigations and further official information may establish the precise circumstances surrounding the fire.
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