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Air India Opens Probe Into Viral Video Showing Ex-Crew Member in Cockpit Mid-Flight

Air India says it is verifying the clip’s authenticity before deciding on any action.

Overview

  • Air India confirmed it is aware of the circulating video and said the person shown is a former cabin crew member.
  • The airline launched an internal investigation to establish the video’s authenticity and circumstances, stressing strict cockpit-access rules and potential action based on findings.
  • The clip drew wide attention after being reposted on X from an Instagram reel attributed to Neha Singh, which was later unavailable.
  • Reports note cabin crew are not permitted to occupy pilots’ seats when an aircraft is airborne, even as some social media users cited procedures that place a crew member in the cockpit during a pilot’s brief absence.
  • An unnamed source quoted in one report said the individual left the airline last month.