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Lufthansa flight to Lisbon diverted to Lyon after passenger's powerbank ignites
✍️ NDTV
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 03:33 AM
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A Lufthansa flight bound for Lisbon was forced to land in Lyon after a powerbank caught fire on board, prompting an emergency diversion. The aircraft landed safely and passengers were taken off without injury.
Lufthansa's scheduled service to Lisbon was en route when a passenger's powerbank ignited in the cabin. The crew detected smoke and, following safety protocols, declared an emergency and requested an immediate diversion.
The aircraft, an Airbus A320, was rerouted to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport in France, where it landed without further incident. Ground staff and emergency services inspected the plane, confirming that the fire was confined to the battery and did not spread to other parts of the aircraft.
All passengers were deplaned and offered assistance, with no reports of injuries or serious damage. Lufthansa officials said the incident underscores the importance of adhering to regulations on carrying lithium‑ion batteries in hand luggage.
The airline is cooperating with French aviation authorities to investigate the cause of the battery failure and will review its safety procedures accordingly.
The aircraft, an Airbus A320, was rerouted to Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport in France, where it landed without further incident. Ground staff and emergency services inspected the plane, confirming that the fire was confined to the battery and did not spread to other parts of the aircraft.
All passengers were deplaned and offered assistance, with no reports of injuries or serious damage. Lufthansa officials said the incident underscores the importance of adhering to regulations on carrying lithium‑ion batteries in hand luggage.
The airline is cooperating with French aviation authorities to investigate the cause of the battery failure and will review its safety procedures accordingly.