Air India Phuket-Delhi Flight Hit by Severe Turbulence; 12 Injured After Aircraft Drops 300 Feet

Moments of panic unfolded aboard an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi on Tuesday after the aircraft encountered severe turbulence, causing it to descend nearly 300 feet and leaving at least 12 passengers and crew members with minor injuries.
In a statement, the airline said flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on August 4, experienced a short turbulence event while cruising, resulting in a momentary loss of altitude.
Aircraft drops 300 feet midair
According to flight tracking site flightradar24.com, the aircraft is reported to have descended by around 300 feet, likely due to turbulence or an updraft/downdraft.
The flight departed Phuket at 8:25 am and landed safely in Delhi at 11:50 am (Indian Standard Time). All passengers and crew disembarked safely after landing.
Air India said there were no serious injuries. However, a small number of passengers and crew members who sustained minor injuries were taken to a medical facility at the airport for precautionary evaluation and treatment by the airline’s medical team.
“The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain Air India’s highest priority. We are providing all necessary support to those affected and are cooperating fully with the relevant authorities as part of the investigation,” an Air India spokesperson said.
A male passenger was seen being taken to an ambulance with a bandage on his face and head, completely covering one eye, depicting the extent of the injury suffered during the turbulence incident. A woman Air India crew member was seen being assisted in a wheelchair while wearing a collar around her neck. -(IndiaTV)