Pilot reports possible burn injuries after passenger's laptop catches fire
Summary
A laptop caught fire on an American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas Fort Worth, causing smoke and possible burn injuries to four or five passengers. The plane landed safely, and one passenger was treated and released after the incident.Key Facts
- The laptop fire happened mid-flight on American Airlines Flight 2398.
- There were 133 people on board the plane.
- The pilot reported smoke and said four to five passengers might have been burned.
- Flight attendants worked to put out the fire during the flight.
- The flight landed safely at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
- One passenger received treatment after landing and was released.
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warns that lithium batteries in devices like laptops can overheat and catch fire.
- This year, there have been at least 56 reported incidents involving lithium battery fires or overheating on flights.
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