New Problem for Southwest Airlines: Soda Bombs in the Sky as Flights Turn into Chaos!
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Exploding Soda Cans: Southwest Airlines’ Mid-Air Mayhem!
ST. PAUL, MN – Southwest Airlines is facing a fizzy disaster! Soda cans are turning into mini-explosions on their flights, wreaking havoc for flight attendants and passengers alike.
This summer’s scorching heat and Southwest’s handling of beverages are a volatile mix, causing chaos in the skies.
Record-Breaking Explosions in June
In June alone, over 100 soda cans exploded mid-flight, causing injuries and panic. According to the Southwest flight attendant union, this is just the beginning.
The union’s president predicts nearly triple the incidents by the end of July. This problem isn’t new, but this year has been exceptionally explosive.
Southwest’s Unique Problem
Southwest’s refusal to use refrigerated trucks for beverages is at the heart of this issue. Unlike other airlines, Southwest doesn’t serve perishable items, so it skips the refrigeration.
This oversight leaves soda cans exposed to extreme heat at airports in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Houston, and Dallas, turning them into ticking time bombs.
Science Behind the Explosions
Chemistry professor Kate Biberdorf explains that heat and carbonation are a dangerous combination. The carbon dioxide in soda cans expands under intense heat, creating immense pressure.
This pressure can cause cans to burst with the slightest movement. Biberdorf warns that these cans are like “little bombs” waiting to explode.
Southwest’s Response
Southwest acknowledges the problem but remains tight-lipped about the details.
They are taking steps to keep beverages cooler, especially in heatwave-prone airports. Their efforts include using refrigerated trucks and trailers, along with temperature guns to check if cans are safe for flights.
Heatwave Havoc
This summer’s heatwave is relentless, with around 100 U.S. cities experiencing record temperatures. Southwest’s major hubs, Phoenix and Las Vegas, are among the hottest. The intense heat, driven by fossil fuel pollution, is making soda cans more volatile than ever.
Future Fixes and Safety Measures
Southwest and the flight attendants’ union are working on solutions. Refrigerated provisioning trucks and trailers are part of the plan. They aim to engineer long-term fixes to eradicate the exploding can issue completely.
The Science of Soda Cans
The process of carbonation involves adding carbon dioxide to a liquid base, creating the fizzy drinks we love. However, when these cans are exposed to heat, the gas expands, increasing internal pressure.
Cans are designed to handle significant pressure, but extreme heat or manufacturing flaws can turn them into dangerous bombs.
Grounded or Airborne, the Danger Remains
Altitude isn’t a factor; the problem is the same as leaving a soda can in a hot car. The slightest movement can trigger an explosion. Biberdorf explains that in the summer, cans stored in hot cars can explode when jostled.
Southwest Airlines’ soda can fiasco is a serious safety concern. Until they find a permanent solution, passengers and crew must stay alert. Keep your soda cans cool, and watch out for those “little bombs” in the sky!
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