Wednesday November 19th, 2025 A United Airlines flight from London Heathrow to Washington Dulles was diverted to Dublin on 19 November. The diversion was a precaution after a passenger’s laptop slipped down the side of a business-class seat. The presence of lithium-ion batteries in laptops poses a fire risk if damaged or overheated, necessitating the unscheduled landing.
| Airline | United Airlines |
|---|---|
| Affected area | Cabin |
| Event type | Fire |
| Verification | Reported |
Sources
- Why a laptop forced a flight between London and Washington DC to divert (independent.co.uk)
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