Power Bank explodes aboard a KLM plane during flight
Author: tanzaniatimes.netPublished on: September 19, 2026Country: Netherlands
Travel & Tourism

More than 300 passengers on a KLM flight were put at risk when a power bank exploded in mid-air. The incident occurred while Camiel Eurlings, former CEO of KLM, was charging his device in violation of the airline's rules, forcing the aircraft to turn around after 5.5 hours of flight. Although Eurlings suffered minor injuries, the situation caused significant alarm among passengers.
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