- A vaping device ignited inside the cabin of a Virgin Australia flight (VA328) travelling from Brisbane to Melbourne on Sunday during its descent.
- The pilots issued a “PA” alert, and emergency services were placed on standby as a precaution, though the aircraft landed safely.
- Virgin Australia crew swiftly contained the small fire, and all passengers and crew disembarked without injury.
- Fire crews later removed the device from the aircraft, which had taxied to the terminal with fire and rescue crews following.
- The incident highlights the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in vapes, with Virgin Australia's guidelines requiring vapes to be carried in hand luggage and prevented from accidental activation.
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