On their own, laptop batteries and external power packs — used to charge smartphones and other gadgets on the go — are of little threat. But if they're punctured or otherwise severely damaged, these devices can explode or catch fire, just like the Note. So the next time you're thinking about adjusting your business-class seat to retrieve that battery pack you dropped during takeoff, just... uh... don't.
While you're unlikely to find exposed nails, motorized business- and first-class seats are loaded with sharp components that can do an awful lot of damage to electronic devices. And while a broken screen is sure to bum you out, even a small fire on an aircraft flying far from a landing site can doom everyone onboard.
In case you have any doubt after watching the GIF above, be sure to catch the full video below:
So instead of trying to retrieve your lost gear on your own, you should press the flight attendant call button and request assistance.
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