After Air India Scare, Govt Eyes Annual Drug Tests for Every Pilot
What Happened
The government is considering a major overhaul of aviation safety rules that would require every pilot to undergo at least one random dope test each year, replacing the current system that tests only 10% of pilots annually. The proposal follows an Air India incident in which the pilot-in-command of a Phuket-Delhi flight later tested positive for marijuana.
Key Takeaways
The move signals tougher oversight of pilot fitness and substance use, with regulators looking to strengthen safety standards and restore passenger confidence in air travel.