
Air India flight suffers severe turbulence: 17 injured after sudden altitude drop
An Air India flight from Phuket to New Delhi encountered severe turbulence on August 4, 2026, causing the aircraft to suddenly lose around 300 feet in altitude. The incident injured 17 passengers and crew members, including four cabin crew, with some suffering serious spinal and head injuries. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, where the injured were taken to hospitals for treatment. The DGCA has launched a formal investigation into the turbulence event, examining weather conditions, crew response, aircraft performance, and passenger safety procedures. The incident has renewed attention on the importance of wearing seat belts during flights, whether on an international route or a domestic flight, and has raised concerns among travelers booking Air India flight tickets.










