Attempted Strangulation by Man on Newark-Mumbai AI Flight Due to Panic Attack Towards Wife

A passenger on an Air India flight from Newark to Mumbai had an anxiety attack and tried to strangle his wife. The crew intervened, and with the help of medics, calmly sedated him. The passenger had ordered the crew to land the plane, but they were able to subdue him and make a doctor’s appointment. The ordeal lasted 10 hours, but the crew’s patience allowed them to bring the situation under control. A Mumbai businessman tweeted about the incident and praised the crew for their hard work. Air India responded to the tweet and expressed their satisfaction with the crew’s performance, stating that they are well-trained professionals.