refile-aircraft makers call for ban on lithium battery shipments - ap - 18650 rechargeable lithium ion battery
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Correct the abbreviation of ICCAIA in the second and last paragraphs)March 10 (Reuters)-
According to an industry newspaper quoted by The Associated Press, aircraft manufacturers are seeking a ban on the shipment of bulk lithium batteries on passenger planes, calling the fire threat an "unacceptable risk ".
International Coordinating Council of the Aerospace Industry Association (ICCAIA)
The Associated Press said companies representing manufacturers such as Boeing, Airbus Group and Bombardier also called for stronger packaging and handling regulations on batteries transported on cargo planes. (bit. ly/18wBK0n)
Federation of International aviation route Pilots Association (IFALPA)
Representing more than 100,000 pilots around the world, the document was released with aircraft manufacturers.
This paper cites a recent test by the Federal Aviation Administration showing that batteries packed in containers emit explosive gases when they overheat.
During the testing process, the accumulation of gas in the container leads to explosions and violent fires, and the aircraft fire fighting system is unable to suppress or extinguish these explosions and violent fires.
The Rechargeable Battery Association said in a statement that lithium
Ion battery manufacturers are committed to the safe transportation of lithium batteries, and the association will continue to work with industry and government officials, according to The Associated Press.
The appeal for the ban only deals with the transport of goods and applies to lithium-
Metal lithium ion batteries. Two major U. S.
Airlines, Delta Airlines and United Airlines recently decided not to accept the delivery of rechargeable batteries, the Associated Press said.
Delegates from ICCAIA, the Federal Aviation Administration, IFALPA and The Rechargeable Battery Association cannot immediately comment outside of regular American AirlinesS. business hours. (
Reports of Srivastava Shivam and ielom Kuma in Bangalore;
Edited by Anupama Dwivedi)