Pilot of turbulence-hit Air India Phuket-Delhi flight likely failed dope test; DGCA investigates incident: Report
The pilot of the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that encountered severe turbulence this week reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances in a post-flight screening. Air India said the test results have not been shared, while the DGCA is investigating the incident.
The pilot of Air India's recently turbulence-affected Phuket-Delhi flight, AI2379, reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances during a post-flight drug test, according to the Times of India. The incident occurred on August 4th when the aircraft experienced clear air turbulence, resulting in a sudden drop of approximately 300 feet during cruise, causing minor injuries to 14 people, including passengers and crew members.
The turbulence incident prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to launch an investigation into both the cause of the turbulence and the pilot's alleged drug use, with both pilots subsequently removed from flight duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
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