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
794
Verified FAA Incidents (U.S. Only)
Between March 3, 2006 and Sept 15, 2026
620
Passenger Aircraft Incidents
The majority of lithium battery events occur onboard passenger aircraft.
147
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Cargo Aircraft Incidents Verified lithium battery incidents involving cargo aircraft.
FAA Verified Lithium Battery Air Incidents (U.S.)

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

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.
