Centre Considers Mandatory Dope Tests For All Commercial Pilots
· India · NDTV, Zee News
The Indian government is weighing a proposal to implement mandatory dope testing for all commercial pilots following a recent flight incident. An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop over Odisha, which affected 20 passengers and four cabin crew members. The proposal aims to enhance aviation safety standards across the industry.
Why it matters
Mandatory testing could significantly alter safety compliance requirements for commercial airlines and impact the professional oversight of pilots operating in India.
Read the original report — NDTV
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