🛫 Air India Pilot Suffers Medical Emergency Before Take-Off: AI2414 Bengaluru-Delhi Flight Delayed
🚨 Air India Flight AI2414 Delayed After Pilot Falls Ill
An Air India pilot scheduled to operate flight AI2414 from Bengaluru to Delhi suffered a medical emergency just before take-off on Friday, the airline confirmed.
The pilot was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital and is currently reported to be stable but under medical observation, according to an Air India spokesperson.
As a result, the flight was delayed and later operated by a standby pilot from the crew.
🗨️ “Our immediate priority is to assist the pilot and his family to ensure his speedy recovery,” the airline said in a statement.
✈️ A String of Incidents Raises Concerns
This incident comes just weeks after a series of troubling events involving Air India flights:
1️⃣ June 12 – Ahmedabad Crash:
Tragedy struck when Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad, claiming 275 lives. The incident sent shockwaves through India’s aviation sector.
2️⃣ June 14 – Boeing 777 Stall Warning:
A Vienna-bound Boeing 777 experienced a stall warning shortly after take-off from Delhi. Thanks to the crew’s quick response, the flight landed safely without any injuries.
3️⃣ June 17 – Flight Cancellations:
Air India cancelled six international flights, citing a mix of operational reasons and precautionary aircraft inspections mandated by India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
🕹️ What’s Next for Air India?
The latest incident underscores the mounting challenges Air India faces as it struggles to maintain operational stability in the aftermath of multiple high-profile safety concerns.
Passengers have expressed relief that standby crew were available to ensure the Bengaluru-Delhi flight continued without major delays.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only. All details are based on official statements and media reports as of July 2025. Updates may follow as more information becomes available.
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👉 Air India Pilot Suffers Medical Emergency – Times of India
