The number of lithium battery devices found in hold bags has nearly doubled over the past year, raising safety concerns regarding potential fire risks on aircraft. Authorities have identified lithium battery fires as the leading safety risk to aircraft.
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Increase in Lithium Battery Devices Found in Hold Bags Raises Safety Concerns for Flights
The presence of lithium battery devices in hold bags has increased significantly, with a nearly twofold rise reported in the last year. This trend has raised alarms about the associated fire risks on flights, as lithium battery fires are considered the primary safety threat to aircraft.
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