DGCA takes custody of recorders in Air India turbulence probe after 17 injuries
India’s aviation regulator is investigating a severe turbulence and altitude-loss incident on Air India’s Phuket–Delhi AI2379 flight. Thirteen passengers and four crew members were injured, with several requiring hospital treatment.
DGCA is investigating severe turbulence and a sudden altitude loss on Air India’s Phuket-Delhi AI2379 flight. Recorders have been seized, while injured passengers and crew received treatment and several were discharged.
Why this matters
The incident adds regulatory scrutiny as Air India manages a leadership transition, including the appointment of Tewolde Gebremariam to succeed Campbell Wilson as CEO.
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