Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi hits severe turbulence, 17 injured

An Air India flight traveling from Phuket, Thailand, to Delhi, India, encountered severe turbulence that left seventeen passengers injured. The incident occurred mid‑flight, prompting the cabin crew to secure the cabin and administer first‑aid measures before the aircraft was able to land safely.

The turbulence, described by the airline as “unexpected and intense,” caused passengers who were not seated to be thrown about the cabin, resulting in a range of injuries from minor bruises to more serious conditions requiring medical attention. Upon landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport, the injured were transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment, while the remaining passengers were deplaned. Air India issued a statement confirming that the aircraft sustained no structural damage and that a thorough investigation has been launched in coordination with Indian aviation authorities to determine the cause of the turbulence and assess any procedural implications.

The airline reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and noted that all crew members followed established protocols for turbulence events. Officials indicated that the investigation’s findings will be used to enhance safety measures on future flights, while the flight continued to its scheduled destination after the medical response was completed.