Airbus finds Air India A320 lost control for four seconds before 300-foot drop

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What caused the Air India A320 to lose altitude?

The aircraft lost approximately 300 feet of altitude on 4 August 2026 after all three hydraulic systems failed simultaneously. The failure left pilots unable to control elevators and ailerons for about four seconds. The cause of the hydraulic pressure loss remains unclear.

How many people were injured in the incident?

Twenty-four people were injured during the sudden altitude loss on the Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi. The injured included passengers and crew members. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi after the incident.

Did the captain’s marijuana test affect the investigation?

The flight’s captain tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test after the incident. No link between the test result and the altitude loss has been established. Air India has since introduced mandatory drug testing for all pilots.

Which outlets reported the duration of the control loss differently?

Most reports stated the aircraft lost control for approximately four seconds. India Today and ABP News, however, reported the loss of control lasted seven seconds, citing Airbus’s interim findings. The discrepancy remains unresolved.