Sudden loss of altitude during cruise and injuries on board M/s Air India A320 aircraft VT-EXO operating flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi on 04.08.2026
On 04.08.2026, M/s Air India A320 aircraft VT-EXO, operating flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi, experienced a sudden loss of altitude of approximately 300 feet during cruise, following which the aircraft stabilised and subsequently landed safely at Delhi. During the occurrence, injuries were reported to a few passengers and cabin crew members on board. The aircraft was carrying 137 passengers, including 03 infants, and 08 crew members comprising two pilots and six cabin crew. As part of the Standard Operating Procedures following such an occurrence, both flight crew members underwent the pres
