Air India AI2379 Hits Severe Turbulence, at Least 12 Injured on Phuket to Delhi Flight
Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe turbulence during cruise, injuring around 14 people, including passengers and crew, after the aircraft reportedly lost about 300 feet of altitude. The flight landed safely at Delhi's IGI Airport, where those injured received medical attention. Air India said no serious injuries have been reported.
An Air India flight operating from Phuket to New Delhi encountered severe turbulence during cruise on Tuesday, August 4, leaving around 14 passengers and crew members injured after the aircraft experienced a sudden change in altitude. Despite the mid-air incident, Flight AI2379 landed safely at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), where medical teams were deployed to assist those affected.
The flight, operated by aircraft VT-EXO, was scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 11:15 am IST. According to preliminary reports, the aircraft suddenly lost approximately 300 feet of altitude during cruise, with the sharp movement believed to have been caused by severe turbulence or a sudden updraft or downdraft. Mumbai Airport Runway Scare: Air India and Air India Express Planes Come Face-to-Face, AI816 Aborts Take-Off.
Air India AI2379 Hits Severe Turbulence
Air India's Phuket-Delhi flight experiences mid-air turbulence; 12 people onboard sustain injuries: Sources. pic.twitter.com/QYmqjd5ZRl
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Air India AI2379 Flight Encountered Sudden Turbulence Mid-Air
Initial assessments indicated that the violent jolt injured several people on board. Airport officials later confirmed that around 10 passengers and four crew members reported injuries. Early reports suggested that one cabin crew member sustained relatively serious injuries, while several passengers suffered minor scrapes and bruises. The exact nature and extent of the injuries have not yet been disclosed.
In a statement, Air India confirmed the turbulence-related event. “Air India confirms that flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on 4 August, experienced a brief in-flight turbulence-related event during cruise, resulting in a momentary change in altitude." The airline said the aircraft landed safely in Delhi and all passengers and crew members disembarked without further incident. Viral Video Shows Water Dripping Onto Baggage Belt at Navi Mumbai Airport, Authorities Blame AC Glitch.
Air India added: “There have been no serious injuries as of now. A small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries requiring medical assessment have been taken to a medical facility at the airport for precautionary examination and care by Air India’s airport team and medical personnel."
Medical teams were stationed at Indira Gandhi International Airport before the aircraft's arrival.
According to airport authorities, passengers and crew requiring medical attention were taken to the airport's medical facility for examination and treatment. Officials said the injuries did not appear to be critical, although some individuals could be referred to a hospital for further evaluation if required.
Air India said it is extending all necessary support to those affected and is cooperating with the relevant authorities. “We are providing all necessary support to those affected and are cooperating fully with the relevant authorities as part of the investigation," the airline spokesperson said. The airline reiterated that the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain its top priority.
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