The briefing
An Air India Phuket–Delhi flight abruptly lost 300 feet and generated 13 fault messages in about 80 minutes, including hydraulic indications, an autopilot disconnect, and a stall warning. Investigators are examining whether technical issues, a pilot who reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances, or both contributed to the incident, with India’s AAIB joined by Airbus and France’s BEA.
Original headline
Air India Phuket-Delhi Flight: Pilot Intoxication or Technical Snag? 13 'Fault Messages' In 80 Mins