The Challenge

A Growing Aviation Safety Challenge

Lithium batteries have become essential to modern air travel, but they also represent one of aviation’s fastest-growing safety challenges. Early detection of abnormal batteries is becoming increasingly important

742​

Verified FAA Incidents (U.S. Only)
Between March 3, 2006 and July 1, 2026

573​

Passenger Aircraft Incidents
The majority of lithium battery events occur onboard passenger aircraft.

297

  • Battery Packs & Batteries
    The most frequently reported category of lithium battery incidents.

FAA Verified Lithium Battery Air Incidents (U.S.)

faa incidents

Source: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Lithium Battery Air Incidents Dashboard. Updated July 1, 2026.

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Why LiTest Matters

LiTest is being developed to address one of aviation’s fastest-growing safety challenges: the increasing number of lithium battery incidents. By combining thermal imaging and gas analysis, LiTest is designed to detect abnormal batteries before a thermal runaway event can occur.

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