ULSE President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Marootian recently spoke with Claire Fahy of the New York Times on what passengers should know about rechargeable devices on planes, which can present a risk of fire and explosion if damaged.
As airlines and security agencies are working to keep passengers and flight crews safe by updating policies on what can be carried aboard, and where they are allowed on the plane, Marootian emphasized the importance of passenger education and clear communication from airlines:
“The average person doesn’t necessarily think about the devices they’re carrying with them in terms of what type of battery,” he said. “But if you were to say ‘rechargeable device,’ that’s more transparent.”
Marootian also emphasized the need for passenger awareness.
Read the full story at NYTimes.com.