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Air India Enforces Controversial BMI-Based Fitness Policy for Crew

4/3/2026

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Air India will implement a cabin crew fitness policy starting May 1 linked to BMI standards.
Crew with a BMI below 18 or above 30 face medical evaluations and potential unpaid leave.
Those with a BMI between 25 and 29.9 must pass functional assessments to stay eligible.
Emer Delaney, a registered dietitian, warns the policy may do more harm than good because fitness cannot be judged by body size.

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Air India will implement a cabin crew fitness policy starting May 1 linked to BMI standards.
Crew with a BMI below 18 or above 30 face medical evaluations and potential unpaid leave.
Those with a BMI between 25 and 29.9 must pass functional assessments to stay eligible.
Emer Delaney, a registered dietitian, warns the policy may do more harm than good because fitness cannot be judged by body size.