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Air India Phuket-Delhi Flight Probe Reveals Hydraulic Failure and Pilot Drug Use
The Times of India1h
THE BRIEF
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A preliminary investigation into the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight incident confirmed that all three hydraulic systems failed during the mid-air emergency.
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The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) report also revealed that the pilot tested positive for psychoactive substances, raising serious safety concerns.
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The probe has prompted calls for immediate DGCA intervention to review pilot health protocols and ensure strict compliance with aviation safety standards.