Air India Flights Plunge: Pilots Grounded Amid Safety Concerns

A series of incidents involving Air India flights has raised significant safety concerns, with multiple aircraft experiencing sudden drops during or shortly after takeoff. This has led to investigations and the grounding of pilots, prompting scrutiny of the airline’s safety protocols.

Alarming Mid-Air Drops

In recent days, several Air India flights have encountered dramatic descents. One flight fell 900 feet after takeoff, triggering a “don’t sink” warning. Another plane also dropped 900 feet, prompting immediate investigations. The incidents have prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to launch probes into these occurrences.

38 hours after AI 171 crash: AI Boeing 777 got ‘stall, ground proximity & don’t sink warning’ on take off pic.twitter.com/Qy9q4PzYmC

— The Times Of India (@timesofindia) June 9, 2024

“Pilots have been de-rostered following the incidents,” a source stated.

— Unnamed Source, Airline Official

Data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) indicates that there were 1,765 reported incidents of aircraft encountering turbulence in 2023 (FAA Data).

Increased Scrutiny and Responses

The DGCA has summoned the head of safety for Air India to discuss these events. These recent issues follow an earlier crash, adding to the severity of the situation. The airline is under pressure to address these problems and ensure passenger safety.

The unfolding investigations and safety reviews signal a critical period for Air India as they address these safety concerns and work to restore public trust.