IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight diverts to Hyderabad after electronic device battery catches fire

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad after a passenger’s personal electronic device with a lithium-ion battery caught fire on board, according to The Times of India.

Crew members detected smoke from the PED and moved to manage the situation, placing the device in water as per protocol. The flight team then diverted to Hyderabad and landed safely, the airline confirmed.

The incident involved IndiGo flight 6E 6115, with the cabin crew responding promptly and bringing the situation under control before the diversion was completed.

The device was stored in an overhead baggage bin, a location standardly used to allow quick visibility if a device starts emitting smoke or catches fire. No further details on the device type or exact timing were provided.

Industry concerns about the placement of PEDs and power banks in cabin baggage are noted in the report, with mention of potential risks if items containing batteries are stored in baggage holds. The aviation ministry is reported to be examining related issues.