A British Airways flight traveling from London to Las Vegas lands safely after a passenger cellphone catches fire onboard and scorches part of the cabin, according to multiple reports. In audio described by outlets citing the incident, the pilot tells air traffic control that the cellphone “scorched” the inside of the cabin. The pilot also indicates that the sparks are under control and that the incident does not affect the ability to land.
Global News reports that the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the event and reiterates safety guidance for electrical devices carried in the cabin, including items powered by lithium batteries. Other sources similarly describe the damage as limited to the cabin area and do not report any crash or injury resulting directly from the fire. The reporting agrees that the aircraft proceeds to Las Vegas and completes its landing despite the onboard fire.
