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The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that experienced a sudden altitude drop on August 4, has tested positive in a second dope test,
sources have said. The Pilot-in-Command had undergone confirmatory testing for psychoactive substances after initial dope screening indicated that the results required further analysis, the civil aviation ministry said on August 9.
What Happened With Air India Phuket-Delhi Flight
On August 4, the Phuket-Delhi flight AI2379 operated with A320 aircraft VT-EXO experienced a sudden loss of altitude of approximately 300 feet during cruise, after which the aircraft stabilised and subsequently landed safely in the national capital.
At least 17 people, including 4 cabin crew members, were injured in the incident, which is being probed by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB).
On Monday, sources said the plane had also experienced multiple technical glitches, hydraulic failures and turbulence.
French aircraft accident probe agency BEA and Airbus teams will be assisting AAIB in the investigation.
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