Here’s the latest on the Air India Delhi‑Vienna Boeing 777 incident:

Both pilots of flight AI‑187 (Delhi → Vienna) have been suspended following a serious incident shortly after takeoff. Around 2:56 AM on June 14, amid thunderstorms, the aircraft reportedly lost approximately 900 feet in altitude, triggering stall warnings, the “stick shaker,” and Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) cautions—specifically “Don’t sink” alerts  Despite the warnings, the crew managed to regain control and safely landed in Vienna after a nine-hour flight punemirror.com+3people.com+3businesstoday.in+3.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry, summoning Air India’s Head of Safety, and taken both pilots off the flight roster pending the investigation people.

This incident occurred just 38 hours after the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI‑171 in Ahmedabad on June 12, where a Boeing 787‑8 crashed shortly after takeoff, claiming 241 lives onboard plus 19 on the ground aol.com+11people.com+11hindustantimes.com+11. In the wake of that disaster, the DGCA had already ordered enhanced inspections and audits of Air India's wide-body fleets.

🛩️ What happens next?

DGCA investigation: Authorities will analyze flight recorder data, weather conditions, aircraft maintenance records, and pilot actions to determine root causes — whether human error, mechanical issues, weather, or a combination.

Possible consequences: DGCA could impose penalties, enforce stricter safety protocols, suspend airline or pilot licenses, or even revoke route permissions depending on findings .

Air India’s response: Following both incidents, widespread audits of crew scheduling, maintenance practices, and safety operations are underway.

Why this matters

Two major incidents within days massively escalate public and regulatory concern.

The occurrence of a near-miss with stall and GPWS warnings so soon after the Gujarat crash puts Air India's safety procedures under intense scrutiny.

Any determination of pilot error or maintenance issues could lead to serious repercussions—from retraining and procedural changes to sanctions by the DGCA.

I'll keep monitoring this story closely. Let me know if you'd like updates on the DGCA’s findings, how Air India plans to restore trust, or the resolved status of the pilots.