Air India A320 Plunges 300 Feet In Severe Turbulence, Leaves 17 Injured

An Air India Airbus A320neo operating flight AI2379 from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) encountered severe turbulence on August 4, injuring 17 people and forcing a brief drop of about 300 feet (91 meters) in altitude. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi shortly after 11:00 local time, where medical teams were waiting. The airline said the event was a brief, turbulence-related incident during cruise, and flight tracking indicated the aircraft completed its scheduled Phuket–Delhi service. Reports described unsecured passengers, crew and loose items thrown about, along with damaged cabin panels and interior fittings. Air India confirmed immediate assistance for those needing treatment, while at least several passengers required hospital care.