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AI Flight Hits Turbulence
✍️ TOI City
🗓 05 Aug 2026, 07:38 AM
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An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe turbulence, injuring 17 passengers and crew members. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning.
The Air India flight was on its way from Phuket to Delhi when it encountered severe turbulence. The aircraft briefly lost altitude, causing injuries to 17 passengers and crew members. One cabin crew member sustained severe injuries, while others had minor wounds. Passengers described the terrifying ordeal, with some being thrown from their seats. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has launched a thorough investigation into the incident. The investigation will look into the cause of the turbulence and the response of the airline staff. The incident has raised concerns about air safety and the preparedness of airlines to handle such situations.