Why is an IndiGo power bank fire trending today?
A lithium‑ion power bank caught fire in the cabin of IndiGo flight 6E 6115, prompting the pilots to divert the aircraft to Hyderabad for a safe landing. The incident has resurfaced after recent similar events on IndiGo flights.
What happened
- 11 Oct, 13:30 UTC
Power bank ignites in overhead bin on IndiGo flight 6E 6115 from Delhi to Chennai; aircraft diverts to Hyderabad and lands safely [1]
- 5 May, 2026
Another power‑bank fire on IndiGo flight 6E 108 in Chandigarh leads to evacuation and injuries [1]
- 19 Oct, 2025
Power bank fire on IndiGo flight 6E 2107 forces return to the gate in Delhi [1]
What you need to know
Lithium‑ion power banks are allowed only in cabin baggage, not in checked luggage.
IndiGo banned the use of power banks for charging devices on board from late 2025 after multiple incidents.
Cabin crew are trained to extinguish small fires and follow protocols that may include diverting the flight.
Passengers should keep power banks in their personal carry‑on and avoid storing them in seat‑back pockets or overhead bins.
The precise cause of the October 11 fire—whether a defective battery or improper handling—has not been publicly confirmed pending investigation.
Background
Power banks contain lithium‑ion cells that can overheat and ignite if damaged or improperly charged. Aviation authorities restrict them to carry‑on bags because a fire in the cargo hold is harder to control.
IndiGo has experienced three notable power‑bank fires since 2025, leading the airline to prohibit their use for charging devices on flights and to reinforce safety briefings for passengers.
When a fire is detected in the cabin, pilots may divert to the nearest suitable airport, as happened when flight 6E 6115 landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad.
Questions people ask
Are power banks allowed on Indian flights?
Yes, but only in cabin baggage; they are prohibited in checked luggage and cannot be used for charging on board since late 2025.
What should a passenger do if a power bank catches fire?
Alert the cabin crew immediately; they are equipped to extinguish small fires and will follow emergency procedures, which may include diverting the flight.
Has IndiGo taken steps to prevent future incidents?
The airline has banned in‑flight charging with power banks and reminds passengers to store them safely, but investigations into each fire continue.
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