Air Botswana bans Samsung Galaxy Note 7 device from all flights

Correspondent | Tuesday October 18, 2016 13:19

 

The airline has been monitoring the situation closely following a spate of reported incidents involving the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 device.

The problem has now escalated to levels which pose a serious threat to flight safety. It has been reported that the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices have a battery cell that has a risk of exploding or catching flames when in use, including even on the replaced Smart phones.

Air Botswana apologises for the inconvenience that may result from this decision however, cooperation by members of the travelling public will be greatly appreciated as the move is intended to ensure that the safety needs of our customers is adequately safeguarded.

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