New Delhi, Aug. 9 -- Air India has responded to media reports that claimed the pilot of the turbulence-hit Phuket-Delhi flight had allegedly failed a dope test.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Air India said it had not received the results of a regular test conducted on the crew and hence would not comment.

"We are aware that a post-flight screening test was conducted on the pilots in accordance with applicable protocols. However, the results of the test have not been shared with Air India, and we are therefore not in a position to comment on any findings. Air India undertakes regular drug testing of crew members in compliance with civil aviation regulations, independent of any specific flight or operational incident. We will continue ...