Richard Walsh, a Massport spokesman, said the jet's auxiliary power unit battery, which is housed in a small compartment known as the aft electrical equipment bay, exploded after crews believed the fire was extinguished.

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Still, the delay diminishes the company's credibility, benefiting European Aeronautic Defense and Space unit Airbus, in the battle for control of the commercial jet market.

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Still, it only further diminishes the company's credibility and places it at a further disadvantage to European Aeronautic Defense and Space unit Airbus, in the battle for control of the commercial jet market.

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