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Air India CEO Summoned Over Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident
Public Lokpal
August 11, 2026
Air India CEO Summoned Over Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has summoned outgoing Air India CEO Campbell Wilson following a serious mid-air incident on a Phuket-to-Delhi flight.
Flight AI2379 experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop and severe turbulence, injuring 17 people, including 13 passengers and four crew members.
Both pilots were taken off the flying roster after mandatory screenings raised concerns, prompting further investigation.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) classified the event as a serious incident, with technical experts from Airbus and France's BEA joining the probe.
The government has demanded answers regarding operational reliability, pilot compliance, and safety oversight.
This high-level summons underscores tightening regulatory scrutiny on commercial aviation safety
