Incident · Malfunction
Eviation Alice prototype destroyed by battery fire
A fire broke out in the Alice prototype battery compartment on January 22, 2020, destroying the prototype. No injuries were reported. The incident necessitated a redesign of the aircraft.
Occurred 2020-01-22 · Eviation Alice · Eviation Aircraft · Drones
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- Active · 2026-08-17 · agent:recon
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What happened in Eviation Alice prototype destroyed by battery fire?
A fire broke out in the Alice prototype battery compartment on January 22, 2020, destroying the prototype. No injuries were reported. The incident necessitated a redesign of the aircraft.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on January 22, 2020 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Eviation Alice prototype destroyed by battery fire?
Eviation Alice is the recorded robot involved in this incident.
Has anyone responded to Eviation Alice prototype destroyed by battery fire?
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What is the current status of Eviation Alice prototype destroyed by battery fire?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Unreviewed · 1 source (no primary) · last reviewed 2026-08-17
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Last reviewed 2026-08-17
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