Pilot on Air India Phuket-Delhi flight tests positive for drugs, shows report
The pilot who flew the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that faced sudden loss of altitude last week tested positive for drugs, reports confirmed on Tuesday.
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden loss of altitude, causing injuries to 24 passengers and crew members, according to a report. The pilot-in-command tested positive for marijuana during post-flight screening, leading to the pilot and another crew member being taken off roster pending investigation. The incident has been classified as serious and is currently under investigation by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) and is being handled by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for regulatory actions.
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