Power bank catches fire on China Eastern flight

Power bank catches fire on China Eastern Airlines flight; video raises concerns about lithium-ion batteries: List of things not allowed in flight

A power bank suddenly ignited in an overhead compartment on a China Eastern Airlines flight. The fire erupted shortly after the aircraft landed at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport. Cabin crew and passengers quickly responded to the alarming incident and controlled the situation. This event highlights the potential hazards of lithium-ion batteries on airplanes. Many travelers are now reconsidering carrying power banks on their journeys.

Power bank catches fire on China Eastern flight

In a terrifying scene aboard a packed airliner, a power bank caught fire inside an overhead baggage compartment on a China Eastern Airlines flight shortly after the aircraft landed in southwestern China as cabin crew battled the flames. The fire broke out on China Eastern Flight MU2421 after it arrived at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport on July 24, 2026, following a domestic flight from Lanzhou. Video posted on social media shows flame…