Consequences of Hidden Dangerous Goods Containing Lithium Batteries on Flight Safety

Abstract

Lithium Batteries are used by many people today, the goods they use almost all contain lithium batteries, from children's toys to items that are near them in daily life. Without them knowing that Lithium Batteries are hidden dangerous goods. Neither in flight, many airlines restriction the carrying of goods containing lithium batteries. Moreover, there are many cases of aviation incidents and accidents caused by the explosion of lithium batteries, short circuit and other things, so that various regulations arise regarding restrictions on goods that contain lithium batteries, therefore airline companies must carry out various instructions to passengers or shipper regarding carrying lithium battery, seen from the capacity allowed until things are not permitted to be done while on the plane. In addition, flight operators must be responsible for carrying goods containing lithium batteries by passengers or shippers. This paper describes the consequences of carrying items containing lithium batteries in flight safety.