An Air India flight travelling from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe turbulence on Tuesday, leaving several passengers and cabin crew injured during the journey. Despite the frightening mid-air incident, the aircraft landed safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi, where emergency medical teams were ready to assist those affected.
According to reports, the flight, operating as AI2379, experienced intense turbulence that caused a sudden drop in altitude. The unexpected jolt threw passengers and crew off balance, leading to injuries inside the cabin. Initial reports state that 10 passengers and four cabin crew members sustained injuries during the incident.
Soon after the aircraft landed safely in Delhi, medical personnel boarded the flight to provide immediate treatment to those who were hurt. The injured passengers and crew members received prompt medical attention, and authorities monitored their condition.
In an official statement, Air India confirmed that the flight completed its journey safely despite the turbulence. The airline assured that all injured passengers and crew members were attended to immediately after landing and that necessary assistance was provided.
Turbulence is a common occurrence during flights, but severe turbulence can be unpredictable and occasionally lead to injuries, particularly if passengers or crew members are not seated or wearing seat belts. Aviation experts often advise travellers to keep their seat belts fastened whenever they are seated, even when the seat belt sign is switched off, as unexpected turbulence can occur without warning.
The incident caused moments of panic onboard, but the safe landing of the aircraft ensured there were no major casualties. Air India and airport authorities continue to assist the affected passengers while the airline reviews the incident as part of standard safety procedures.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of following in-flight safety instructions and keeping seat belts fastened throughout the journey whenever possible.
