Could my power bank start a fire on board a plane? Here are the rules and the risks

Rules around lithium-ion batteries in spotlight after a portable charger caught fire on an Australian flight – but experts say risk is no higher in mid-airFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastVirgin Australia says it is considering changes to its rules around lithium batteries after a fire on a flight from Sydney was thought to have been caused by a power bank in a passenger’s carry-on luggage.Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (Casa) has said the average passenger travels with at least four rechargeable lithium battery devices, which can be contained in smartphones, laptops and portable power banks. Continue reading...

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