NEW DELHI, Aug. 4 (ANI) — Seven passengers from an Air India flight from Phuket, Thailand, to New Delhi that encountered turbulence have been admitted to Fortis Hospital in Vasant Kunj for medical evaluation and treatment, the hospital said Tuesday.
According to the hospital, the passengers were brought to the emergency department after Air India alerted medical staff about the turbulence incident involving Flight AI2379, which landed safely in the national capital.
The hospital said the patients were assessed immediately upon arrival, and treatment began without delay.
After the passengers were initially stabilized, the hospital activated a Code Yellow to ensure a coordinated medical response and the optimal deployment of resources.
“Following the initial stabilisation of the patients, a Code Yellow was activated to ensure a coordinated hospital response and optimal deployment of resources,” the hospital said in a statement.
The passengers underwent radiological examinations, including CT scans, MRIs, and X-rays, as clinically required, and were later moved to inpatient rooms for further observation and treatment.
“The medical teams are currently evaluating each patient. A clearer clinical picture, including the extent of injuries and the definitive line of treatment, will be available shortly upon completion of all investigations and specialist assessments,” Fortis said.
The hospital added that a dedicated Air India coordination team was on site to assist with patient care, documentation, logistics, and communication with the families of those affected.
The incident occurred earlier Tuesday when Air India Flight AI2379 encountered turbulence during its cruise phase, resulting in a brief change in altitude.
The aircraft landed safely at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, and all passengers and crew members disembarked.
In a statement, Air India said the flight experienced a “brief in-flight turbulence-related event” that caused a momentary change in altitude.
“There have been no serious injuries as of now. A small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries requiring medical assessment have been taken to a medical facility at the airport for precautionary examination and care by Air India’s airport team and medical personnel,” the airline said.
Television footage from the airport showed ambulances outside the terminal, while some passengers were assisted in wheelchairs and others with bandages before being taken for medical evaluation.
A passenger on the flight told ANI that the turbulence struck suddenly and that several people were injured during the incident.
The passenger said some travelers suffered head and back injuries, while others required medical attention.
Air India said it is providing all necessary assistance to the affected passengers and is cooperating with the relevant authorities in the investigation. (ANI)
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