Air India stated on Sunday that it has not received the results of a post-flight drug screening test conducted on the pilots of a turbulence-hit Phuket-Delhi flight. The screening was carried out following the incident, but the airline emphasized that it has yet to be provided with the test outcomes, according to livemint.com.
The airline confirmed that the screening test was performed in line with applicable protocols after the flight experienced turbulence. However, Air India clarified that it has not been given access to the test results. The Federation of Indian Pilots urged caution until the findings are officially confirmed, highlighting the need for verified information before drawing conclusions, per livemint.com.
This situation has drawn attention amid concerns over pilot fitness and safety standards in Indian aviation. The turbulence incident and subsequent drug screening reflect ongoing efforts to ensure passenger safety. The Federation of Indian Pilots' call for caution underscores the sensitivity around such matters and the importance of due process in handling pilot evaluations, as reported by livemint.com.
Air India’s statement on August 9, 2026, confirms that while the screening was conducted, the airline is still awaiting the official drug test results for the pilots involved in the Phuket-Delhi flight turbulence incident, according to livemint.com.