DGCA probes Air India turbulence incident on Phuket-Delhi flight

India’s aviation regulator is investigating a reported 300-foot altitude loss on Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi. The Airbus A320neo landed safely, but 13 passengers and four crew members were injured; flight and cockpit recorders have been secured.

— Filed Wed, 5 Aug, 2026, 00:44 IST · Source NDTV Profit · Updated

DGCA is investigating an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight after a turbulence-related 300-foot altitude loss injured passengers and crew. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi; investigators secured its flight and cockpit recorders, while Air India supports those receiving treatment.

Why this matters

Recent Air India signals have repeatedly covered the Phuket–Delhi turbulence event, including reports of 17 injuries, 12 hospitalisations and at least 15 people hurt.

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