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How did a vape trigger an urgent call on a Virgin Australia domestic flight?

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How did a vape trigger an urgent call on a Virgin Australia domestic flight?
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What happened on board, and are vapes considered a fire risk on flights? Here’s what you need to know

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A flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was met by firefighters after landing on Sunday afternoon, after smoke was seen coming from a vape on board.

The pilots of Virgin Australia flight VA328 issued a “pan” call after a vape activated in the cabin during descent, with smoke seen coming from the device.

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Source: Guardian - World News

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