Air India expands pilot drug testing after two more preliminary positive results following the Phuket to Delhi A320neo incident.
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A second Air India (AI) flight has suffered a hydraulic malfunction within 10 days, after the pilots of an Airbus A320 operating from Bangkok to New Delhi aborted the departure on Thursday evening, August 13, 2026.
Air India pilot tests positive for marijuana as AAIB investigates Phuket to Delhi A320 altitude loss that injured 24.
An Air India pilot on turbulence-hit flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances, with another test result pending.
Air India increased pilot salaries by 8% to 15% on Friday, with commanders receiving the largest raises and increases tapering down by rank.
In 2026, Air India pilot salaries remain among the strongest in the Indian aviation sector, especially for experienced commanders operating long-haul aircraft.
A former Air India (AI) pilot has regained his Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) after the Bombay High Court set aside a 2011 suspension order issued by India’s aviation regulator.
Air India First Officer dies of heart attack during crew rest in Bali after operating Delhi-Bali flight. No pre-existing condition reported.
Every year on April 26, the global aviation community observes World Pilots Day to honour the skilled professionals who safely transport millions of passengers across the skies.
Air India co-pilot deported from US after marijuana found in bag at San Francisco Airport. DGCA launches investigation.