Incident on Board Hawaiian Airlines Flight: iPad Starts Emitting Smoke During Flight
A recent Hawaiian Airlines flight from Honolulu to Portland gained attention due to a technical malfunction involving an electronic device. Approximately 15 minutes before landing, an unexpected situation occurred onboard: one of the tablets began emitting smoke in the first-class cabin. According to eyewitnesses, the smoke appeared in the overhead bin, causing concern among the passengers.
The flight crew responded promptly to the incident. Using specialized fire safety equipment, they isolated the tablet, placing it in a fireproof bag, preventing the situation from escalating further. The crew was also equipped with special gloves to ensure maximum safety.
Upon arrival in Portland, the plane was met by a fire brigade, which confirmed that no passengers or crew members were injured. Despite the incident, the flight was completed successfully, and the plane was able to make its scheduled return flight to Hawaii on time.
Investigation Ongoing
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident to determine whether the iPad was part of the airline’s in-flight entertainment system. The exact cause of the device malfunction has not yet been established, but the airline is working closely with authorities to prevent similar occurrences in the future.