A smartphone catches fire aboard a British Airways flight while the aircraft is taxiing for takeoff at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. According to reports, the incident occurs on a Thursday as the plane is preparing to depart. Passengers and crew are alerted as the device begins to burn, and airport or cabin staff respond to the situation. Both outlets report that there are no injuries among those on board. The aircraft remains on the ground while checks and procedures are carried out following the fire. The reports do not indicate any larger fire spreading beyond the device, and they do not provide details about any damage extent or whether the flight was delayed or cancelled. The incident highlights the risks associated with lithium-powered electronics on aircraft and follows standard safety responses for onboard fires involving passengers’ devices. No injuries were reported, and attention focuses on the smartphone as the source of the fire.