Li Ion Battery Shipments on Planes Draw Fire Risk
U S government tests show bulk lithium ion batteries in air cargo can ignite explosively, risking cockpit and cabin exposure. FAA simulations with 5 000 batteries triggered fires, prompting calls for tighter packaging and limits. new rules targeted for 2017 with a January ban on lithium metal batteries.
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