Created Monday, Oct 26th 2026 20:19Z, last updated Monday, Oct 26th 2026 20:19Z
A Hong Kong Express Airbus A321-200N, registration B-KKP performing flight
UO-676 from Hong Kong (China) to Jeju (South Korea) with 236 passengers and 7 crew, was enroute when a passenger's power bank overheated and emitted smoke. The passenger attempted to move the power bank to avoid spreading the heat/fire but burned her fingers. Cabin crew cooled and secured the power bank. The flight crew advised Jeju and requested medical support for the arrival. The aircraft landed safely on Jeju's runway 07. The injured passenger was treated.
The airline reported an external charger overheated and emitted smoke causing a minor hand injury. The crew handled the situation properly.
The aircraft departed for the next sector on time.
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