Severe turbulence on Air India aircraft injures 17 on Thailand-India route and damages cabin
An Air India flight, departing from Phuket, Thailand, bound for New Delhi, India, recorded an episode of severe turbulence on August 5, 2026. The incident resulted in at least 17 injuries, including 13 passengers and four crew members on board the aircraft.
The incident took place while the Airbus A320 plane, carrying a total of 137 passengers and eight crew members, crossed the airspace over the Bay of Bengal. During the journey, the device experienced a sudden drop of around 90 meters in altitude, generating panic and severe impacts inside the cabin.
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Details of the impact and damage to the plane’s cabin
Reports and videos captured by the aircraft’s occupants illustrated the intensity of what happened on board:
- The cabin roof was cracked due to the impact of passengers and objects thrown by the force of the turbulence.
- Several luggage compartments above the seats opened and came loose, scattering suitcases and personal items across the aisle.
- Testimonies indicated that most of the travelers were asleep at the time the aircraft made the sudden movement.
Procedures after landing and aid to the injured
Despite the seriousness of the situation, the on-board team managed to stabilize the aircraft, allowing flight AI2379 to continue its journey to the Indian capital, where it landed without any major complications. Upon arrival at the airport, health teams and ambulances were already prepared to provide care, and the injured people were taken to nearby hospitals.
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Air India, through an official statement, confirmed the sudden loss of altitude and stated that it is offering all necessary assistance to the individuals who were injured. Aviation regulatory agencies and the company responsible for manufacturing the plane were notified to closely monitor the investigation into the reasons for what happened.
