The aircraft was moving on the runway while passengers were standing inside; the airline responded after the video went viral.
New Delhi: After a video of Air India Express Flight IX 1236 went viral on social media, questions are being raised about the safety and discipline of passengers on the plane. In the viral video, the plane can be seen moving on the ground, while many passengers inside the cabin are seen standing up from their seats. This video was recorded by Amitava Das, a passenger present in the plane and later shared on the social media platform X. Air India Express has also reacted after the video surfaced.
In the video, many passengers are seen leaving their seats and standing in the aisle of the plane. During this time the plane is seen moving forward. Amitava Das, who recorded the video, questioned the situation and said that the passengers are standing while the plane is still moving. In his social media post, he raised questions about the security arrangements of Flight IX 1236.
This video quickly became viral after it was shared on social media on September 21. However, the available reports do not provide clear information about the exact date the video was recorded and the route of the flight. Some reports state the aircraft was taxiing on the runway, while others state it was taxiing. Therefore, additional official details regarding the exact operational status of the aircraft at that time based on the video are awaited.
After the video went viral, Air India Express responded to the passenger’s post. The airline said it regrets the concern caused by the situation that occurred on Flight IX 1236. According to the airline, passenger safety is its top priority and all its operations are conducted in accordance with applicable safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
The airline also said that its crew are trained to ensure safety protocols are followed throughout the journey and to deal with situations that may arise onboard the aircraft. The company also thanked Amitava Das for drawing attention to the situation through the video. However, the airline’s response did not clarify the circumstances in which the passengers stood down or what actions the crew took at the time.
After the video of the incident surfaced, discussion about the behavior of passengers also started on social media. Many users said that during air travel, passengers should follow the instructions given by the cabin crew. In particular, leaving the seat before the aircraft has come to a complete stop and the seat belt signal has turned off can pose a safety risk.
Just because the plane has landed does not mean that all safety procedures related to travel have ended. After landing the aircraft has to taxi to reach the terminal or designated parking space. During this time, due to sudden braking, change of direction or other operational reasons, there may be a risk of fall or injury to the person standing inside the aircraft. This is why passengers are asked to remain seated and follow safety instructions until the plane comes to a complete stop.
The situation seen in the viral video has also sparked debate on whether it is the sole responsibility of the airline or the cabin crew to enforce safety rules inside the aircraft or whether passengers should also understand their responsibility. Many people on social media criticized the behavior of the passengers, saying that it is the responsibility of every passenger to follow safety instructions. Some users questioned what immediate action was taken to prevent passengers from standing while the plane was moving.
The full circumstances of the incident seen in the video are not publicly clear at this time. It has also not been officially revealed how many passengers were standing and for how long they remained out of their seats. In such a situation, it would not be appropriate to draw conclusions on all aspects of the incident on the basis of a short video viral on social media.
Air India Express’ response mentioned safety procedures and trained crew, but available reports did not indicate any investigation or action against the passenger in connection with the incident. The company has apologized for the concern, mainly citing safety as its top priority.
This incident has once again brought to the fore the importance of following general safety instructions during air travel. The instructions of the cabin crew are important for the passengers from takeoff to landing and till the complete stop of the aircraft. Passengers’ haste can pose a risk not only to themselves but also to other passengers nearby.
Currently, the video of Flight IX 1236 remains a topic of discussion on social media. On one hand, the airline has maintained that its safety procedures are followed, while on the other hand, the viral video has started a new debate on the behavior of passengers and adherence to safety rules inside the aircraft.