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Air India Steps Up Pilot Checks After Phuket Incident

Air India will screen all its pilots for prohibited drugs and substances following the Phuket-Delhi flight incident. The August 4 flight suffered a sudden altitude drop, prompting safety concerns and scrutiny of the crew. The airline said mandatory testing will go beyond existing regulations, reinforcing its focus on pilot fitness and passenger safety.