Air India pilot faints pre-flight in Bengaluru, Delhi-bound trip delayed

A medical emergency involving an Air India pilot caused a brief disruption to a scheduled flight from Bengaluru to Delhi on the morning of Friday (July 4)

Pilot taken to hospital moments before takeoff

According to sources, the pilot collapsed just before he was to operate flight AI2414 from Bengaluru to Delhi. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Flight operated with replacement pilot

Due to the unforeseen incident, Air India arranged for a replacement pilot to operate the flight, ensuring that passengers reached their destination with minimal delay.