A Lufthansa flight from Los Angeles to Munich was diverted to Boston after a passenger's tablet jammed in a business class seat, causing visible deformation. Concerned about the risk of the lithium battery overheating and leading to a fire, the crew decided to divert. This precautionary measure resulted in a three-hour delay, but ensured passenger safety. After landing, a Lufthansa team inspected the tablet, and the flight eventually continued to Munich, highlighting the airline's emphasis on safety and risk management in flight operations.
The decision to divert was taken "to eliminate any potential risk, particularly with regard to possible overheating," the spokesperson added, saying that it was the joint decision of the crew and air traffic control.
At Lufthansa, the safety of our passengers and crew is always our top priority. The diversion was a purely precautionary measure.
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