Struggle over harsher regulation of lithium batteries ensues after recent crash

November 1st, 2010 | Aviation articles

A recent UPS cargo plane crashed in Dubai after catching fire. Though the direct cause of the accident is still under investigation, officials suspect lithium batteries may be the culprit. Lithium batteries are used in everyday devices such as watches, cell phones, and computers. Some argue that as lithium batteries are highly flammable, they should… Read More