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Video: Power bank bursts into flames on Delhi-Chennai IndiGo flight, sparks panic
Watch the dramatic moment a power bank bursts into flames on an IndiGo flight, forcing an emergency landing in Hyderabad. All passengers are safe.
A power bank fire aboard an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai prompted an emergency diversion to Hyderabad, according to Gulf News. Passenger video footage shows flames and an orange glow emanating from an overhead luggage bin as travelers attempt to contain the blaze.
Crew extinguished the flames with onboard fire extinguishers, while the aircraft diverted to Hyderabad as a precaution. The flight landed safely and all passengers and crew were reported to be safe.
The incident is part of a pattern of lithium-ion battery-related fires on commercial aircraft, with authorities warning that damaged or defective batteries can overheat and potentially trigger thermal runaway. The reports emphasize that power banks are a common source of such incidents when carried in cabin baggage.
The footage circulated online shows passengers in the aisle near the overhead compartment and attempting to reach the burning area, underscoring the urgency of the crew’s response. No injuries were reported in the described event, and there is no detail about the final disposition of the passengers or the aircraft beyond the safe landing in Hyderabad.
Similar incidents have occurred in 2025, including fires on flights diverted or landed safely after power bank-related fires, highlighting ongoing safety guidance on battery storage and rapid crew intervention. The Gulf News report reiterates the general aviation safety recommendations to keep power banks in cabin baggage and alert crew if a device overheats, smokes, or catches fire.