Air India Phuket-Delhi flight case flagged as 'serious incident', AAIB probing sudden altitude loss

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An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden altitude loss during cruise. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is now investigating this serious incident. Both pilots have been taken off roster by the DGCA pending the investigation. Some passengers and cabin crew sustained minor injuries during the event. Final action will depend on investigation and confirmatory test results.