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Air India, Air India Express to screen all pilots after Phuket-Delhi incident

Air India, Air India Express to screen all pilots after Phuket-Delhi incident

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In an internal message sent to pilots, the airlines said they had decided to undertake full screening of all Group pilots for any substances or medications not permitted under prevailing regulations. The two Tata Group-owned airlines have more than 5,000 pilots between them Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Air India to screen all pilots for drug abuse after turbulent flight’s captain found ‘high’

Air India to screen all pilots for drug abuse after turbulent flight’s captain found ‘high’

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Air India on Thursday said all pilots will be screened for substance abuse before departures, days after the pilot-in-command (PIC) of a Phuket-Delhi flight that suddenly lost altitude last week tested positive for marijuana. The incident took place last week. (ANI Video Grab) Twenty-four people, including four crew members, suffered injuries after the Phuket-Delhi AI2379 flight dropped 300 feet during cruise on August 4. An initial statement from Air India had cited turbulence as the reason. The PIC later tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test. In an email to all its employees reviewed by HT, the Tata Group-owned airline stressed the need to go beyond the regulations prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) “ to uphold the highest standards of safety and professionalism, and to provide reassurance to our passengers, stakeholders and the community at large.” “We have decided to undertake a full screening of all Group pilots for any substances or medications that are not permitted under prevailing regulations. This testing is mandatory and will start today, 13 …

Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Pilot's dope test positive, say sources

Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Pilot's dope test positive, say sources

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The pilot-in-command of Air India’s Phuket-Delhi flight that faced mid-air turbulence last week has tested positive for a psychoactive substance in the confirmatory screening test, sources said on Tuesday. The sources said the pilot has tested positive for marijuana, a psychoactive drug. On August 4, the Phuket-Delhi flight AI2379, operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, suddenly lost 300 feet in altitude amid mid-air turbulence, leaving at least 17 people injured. The plane had 145 people onboard, including 137 passengers and 8 crew members. Both pilots of the flight underwent the prescribed psychoactive substance screening test. “The screening test in respect of the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) indicated a result requiring confirmatory testing. Samples have accordingly been sent to the designated laboratory for confirmatory analysis, and the final report is awaited,” the Civil Aviation Ministry said in a statement on August 9. The sources, on Tuesday, said the pilot has tested positive for the use of marijuana. Pending completion of the investigation and testing process, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has taken both flight crew members …

‘We were just giving an update’: Outgoing Air India CEO on meeting with MoCA, DGCA over flight altitude drop

‘We were just giving an update’: Outgoing Air India CEO on meeting with MoCA, DGCA over flight altitude drop

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Air India’s outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Campbell Wilson, on Tuesday met with senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in New Delhi to provide an update regarding the recent mid-air incident involving a Phuket-Delhi flight. Campbell Wilson, chief executive officer of Air India Ltd, said that it was up to the minister of civil aviation to give an update. (Bloomberg File) Addressing reporters following the meeting, Wilson stated that the briefing was focused on sharing preliminary findings and progress on the ongoing probe into the incident. “We were just giving an update on the status of the investigation… It is up to him (MoCA Minister) to give an update.” The meeting comes in the backdrop of a serious safety incident on August 4, 2026, involving Air India flight AI2379, operated by an Airbus A320neo carrying 137 passengers and eight crew members. Cruising en route from Phuket to New Delhi, the aircraft experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop over Odisha, resulting in injuries to passengers and …

Pilot on Phuket-Delhi flight tests positive for drugs in confirmatory report

Pilot on Phuket-Delhi flight tests positive for drugs in confirmatory report

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The pilot who flew the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that faced severe “turbulence” last week tested positive for drugs, reports confirmed on Tuesday. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Air India flight turbulence: Pilot body issues advisory, seeks confidentiality

Air India flight turbulence: Pilot body issues advisory, seeks confidentiality

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A unified platform for pilots on Monday issued an advisory to its members against the backdrop of the August 4 Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence incident and the pilot-in-command’s “non-negative” dope test, highlighting the risk of inadvertent false positives from common over-the-counter (OTC) medications and urging the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (India) DGCA to safeguard the confidentiality and dignity of the testing process. The Airline Pilots’ Association of India underlined there appear to be other unreported aspects. (FILE PHOTO) The Airline Pilots’ Association of India referred to the turbulence that left 17 injured and said it resulted in an investigation into the pilot-in-command’s “non-negative” drug test. It underlined the matter is still under investigation, and there appear to be other unreported aspects. The association said a non-negative screening result is a preliminary flag pending confirmatory laboratory testing and review. “Reporting a screening result as a ‘positive drug test’ or ‘pilot caught using drugs’ before this process concludes is factually inaccurate and unfairly damaging.” The DGCA rules mandate random psychoactive substance testing of flight crew, air …

Former Ethiopian Airlines chief Tewolde Gebremariam appointed as new Air India CEO and MD

Former Ethiopian Airlines chief Tewolde Gebremariam appointed as new Air India CEO and MD

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Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam, one of the world’s most recognised and successful aviation chief executives, as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director, succeeding Campbell Wilson, The appointment was announced by the airline’s Board of Directors, which said Gebremariam was selected after a detailed global search process involving internal and external candidates. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

All 13 passengers injured in Phuket-Delhi flight incident discharged: Air India

All 13 passengers injured in Phuket-Delhi flight incident discharged: Air India

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Air India on Wednesday said that all 13 passengers who were admitted to hospital after the incident involving flight Phuket-Delhi flight AI2379 have now been discharged. In an update issued at 3.30 pm on Wednesday, the airline said four crew members remain in hospital and continue to receive medical treatment. Flight AI2379, operated by an Airbus A320neo, was carrying 137 passengers and eight crew members when the incident occurred on August 4. Following the incident, 13 passengers and four crew members were taken to hospital for treatment. Air India said all injured passengers have since been discharged, while the four crew members remain under medical supervision. Air India providing support The airline said its teams continue to remain at the hospitals and are in regular contact with those affected. According to Air India, staff are providing all necessary assistance and support to injured passengers, crew members and their families. Air India said the safety and well-being of its passengers and crew remain its highest priority. The airline added that it will continue to support everyone …

Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encounters turbulence, passengers injured

Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encounters turbulence, passengers injured

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An Air India flight operating from Phuket to Delhi encountered a brief episode of turbulence during its journey on Monday, causing a temporary change in altitude and leaving a small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries. The airline said flight AI2379 landed safely at Delhi airport and all passengers and crew members disembarked without further incident. Air India described the incident as a brief turbulence-related event that resulted in a momentary change in altitude. “Air India confirms that flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on 4 August, experienced a brief in-flight turbulence-related event during cruise, resulting in a momentary change in altitude,” an Air India spokesperson said. “The aircraft landed safely in Delhi and all passengers and crew have safely disembarked,” the spokesperson added. Passengers with minor injuries shifted for medical evaluation The airline said there were no reports of serious injuries following the turbulence. However, a small number of passengers and crew members sustained minor injuries and were taken to a medical facility at the airport for precautionary examination and …

Airlines report 352 major flight defects till June, Akasa and Air India top list

Airlines report 352 major flight defects till June, Akasa and Air India top list

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Over 350 significant technical defects were reported in domestic and international flight operations between January and June this year, the government said in a written reply in Rajya Sabha on Monday. Akasa Air reported the highest number of defects at 152, followed by Air India Express with 53, IndiGo with 47 and Air India with 46 of what the ministry said were significant technical defects. (Photo for representation) (PTI) Responding to a question by Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas, Union minister of state for civil aviation Murlidhar Mohol said that 352 significant defects were recorded during the period, of which 334 were in domestic flights. As per the government data, Akasa Air reported the highest number of defects at 152, followed by Air India Express with 53, IndiGo with 47 and Air India with 46 of what the ministry said were significant technical defects. Low cost airline SpiceJet accounted for nine such defects during the six-month period. The data also showed that regional airlines like Star Air, Fly91 and India One Air reported 29, nine …