FAA Warning E-cigarettes : E-cigs Could Pose Fire Hazard in Planes
FAA Warning E-cigarettes : E-cigs Could Pose Fire Hazard in Planes

FAA Warning E-cigarettes : E-cigs Could Pose Fire Hazard in Planes

The Federal Aviation Administration is warning U.S. carriers about the risk of fires caused by e-cigarettes.

The FAA has recommended the nicotine replacement devices should be carried in the aircraft cabin, rather than inside checked luggage.

In a safety alert issued to airlines, the FAA said evidence shows the devices could overheat and spark a serious fire during a flight.

“In several incidents both inside and outside the transportation industry, e-cigarettes have overheated or caught fire when the heating element was accidentally activated,” the FAA said.

“The agency encourages airlines to communicate this new policy to passengers as widely as possible through their websites, press releases, at ticket purchase, during the check-in process and by other established means to inform passengers about hazardous materials regulations and policies.”

E-cigarettes use battery-powered cartridges to produce a vapour that may be flavoured or laced with nicotine.

Agencies/Canadajournal




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