An Air India flight traveling from Phuket to New Delhi experienced a sudden descent of approximately 300 feet on August 4th. The Airbus A320, carrying 137 passengers and eight crew members, managed to recover and land safely. Following the incident, the pilot underwent a “confirmatory” drug test as part of standard safety protocols. Authorities are investigating the cause of the altitude drop, with the drug test results being a key component. Aviation officials have not released details regarding the test outcomes at this time. The incident raises concerns about flight safety and adherence to regulations within Air India. A full investigation is underway to determine if the pilot’s condition played any role in the incident.