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Battery Smoke Reported on ANA Flight NH994 With No Injuries

The episode highlights carrier guidance to keep lithium‑ion batteries within sight after a rise in transport incidents.

Overview

  • The incident occurred just after 11 a.m. on October 9 aboard a Naha-to-Haneda service.
  • Smoke originated from a lithium‑ion mobile battery in a passenger’s carry-on, according to ANA.
  • A nearby passenger poured water on the device and the smoke was extinguished.
  • The flight, carrying 339 passengers, proceeded to Haneda as scheduled with no injuries reported.
  • Air traffic control notified the MLIT Naha Airport Office, and since July 23 major Japanese airlines have asked travelers to keep mobile batteries out of overhead bins.