A Batik Air passenger jet traveling from Makassar to Jakarta landed safely on Thursday after a portable power bank caught fire onboard.
Aviation authorities confirmed the incident, noting that the aircraft reached Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport without further complication.
While no injuries were reported, the incident highlights the potential for rapid escalation when such devices malfunction at altitude.
The event underscores the persistent safety challenges associated with lithium-ion batteries in commercial aviation.
While no injuries were reported, the incident highlights the potential for rapid escalation when such devices malfunction at altitude.
Batik Air, listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange under the ticker SUNN.NLB, has not yet issued a detailed statement regarding the specific circumstances of the fire.
This incident follows a series of urgent warnings from airlines and aviation safety regulators globally.