In a terrifying incident at John F. Kennedy airport, frantic cabin crew members were captured on video trying to extinguish a fire that erupted on a JetBlue plane after American Idol star Jimmy Levy's backpack reportedly 'exploded' and caught fire on October 30. The footage shows crew members desperately pouring water onto the smoldering bag under a seat while frightened passengers react in disbelief. Levy, a musical artist and former American Idol contestant, woke up to intense heat and immediately noticed his bag on fire.
Initially fearing an attack, it was later determined that an overheated portable charger in his backpack had caused the incident. Levy attempted to stamp out the fire before flight attendants intervened. The JetBlue flight, bound for South Florida, was evacuated for a thorough investigation. JetBlue confirmed the incident, attributing it to a malfunctioning electronic device or battery, emphasizing that safety is their top priority, and an investigation is underway.
