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Air India Flight's 300-Ft Drop: Pilot Tests Non-Negative for Drugs

A pilot operating an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi that experienced severe turbulence—resulting in a sudden 300-foot altitude drop—tested "non-negative" for a psychoactive substance during post-flight screening.

Nilakshi Barman | | 1 min read

Air India Flight's 300-Ft Drop: Pilot Tests Non-Negative for Drugs
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In Brief

  1. Tested Non-Negative: The pilot tested positive for a psychoactive substance during routine post-incident drug screening.
  2. 300-Foot Altitude Drop: The test followed a severe turbulence episode mid-flight that caused a rapid 300-foot loss in altitude.
  3. Safety & Regulatory Review: Aviation authorities and Air India have launched a comprehensive investigation while reviewing safety protocols.

The pilot of an Air India flight traveling from Phuket to New Delhi tested non-negative for a psychoactive substance following a post-flight medical evaluation. The screening was triggered after the aircraft encountered severe turbulence, resulting in a sudden 300-foot drop in altitude during the flight. Both Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) have initiated a full investigation into the pilot's condition and aviation compliance. Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported among passengers or crew during the incident, and safety procedures are undergoing a complete review.

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