Smoke from Laptop Triggers Evacuation of American Airlines Flight
Three passengers sustained minor injuries during the emergency evacuation at San Francisco International Airport.
- The incident occurred as passengers were boarding the Miami-bound flight.
- The fire was caused by a lithium-ion battery in a passenger's laptop.
- Crew members quickly removed the smoking bag, and emergency slides were deployed.
- One passenger was transported to a hospital for further evaluation.
- The FAA has launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.