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An Air India pilot reportedly tested positive for cannabis after a flight, leading to an investigation into a sudden altitude loss incident involving an Airbus A320. The airline has not confirmed the test result, and the investigation is ongoing.

UK · 2026-08-15

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Air India pilot tests positive for cannabis after altitude loss incident.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerAir India pilot tests positive for cannabis after flight incident.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onIndia's aviation ministry investigates, increasing regulatory scrutiny on Air India.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youRival airlines may benefit from Air India's operational challenges and market share loss.

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Source: bbc.co.uk

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