Dutch Safety Board investigates incident involving burning power bank belonging to former KLM CEO
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) has launched an investigation into a power bank fire that occurred on a KLM flight on September 17. The inquiry will focus on the fire's origin, crew training, and the adequacy of onboard safety equipment.
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) is currently investigating an incident from September 17 involving a power bank that caught fire on a KLM flight. The investigation aims to determine the cause of the fire and evaluate if the crew members received adequate training to manage such emergencies. Additionally, authorities are assessing whether the aircraft possessed sufficient firefighting equipment to handle onboard incidents effectively. The investigation is expected to conclude by the end of next year.
The power bank involved belonged to Camiel Eurlings, a former executive at KLM, who reportedly fell asleep while the device was charging. Although KLM prohibits the use and charging of power banks during flights, the airline stated that its crew followed established protocols by extinguishing the fire and cooling the device in water. KLM is conducting its own internal inquiry into the matter, while confirming that power banks must remain in a passenger's sight and are strictly forbidden from being placed in checked luggage or overhead bins.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
