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Air India bullish on Bengaluru's aviation growth: Campbell Wilson

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Money Control · 10m ago

Air India bullish on Bengaluru's aviation growth: Campbell Wilson

Air India is committed to making Bengaluru a key aviation hub in South India. The airline's CEO, Campbell Wilson, stated that they have committed to making Bengaluru one of their key focus cities. Air India recently signed an agreement with the Karnataka government and Bangalore International Airport Limited to develop the city as a premier aviation hub. The airline is also building a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru, which is expected to generate over 1,200 job opportunities and support more than 200 SMEs in the state. The MRO facility will have the capacity to accommodate wide-body and narrow-body aircraft and will feature advanced maintenance technology.

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Livemint · 1y ago

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Air India's chief executive and managing director, Campbell Wilson, admitted that the airline could have handled the recent series of delays, cancellations, and technical glitches better. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a show-cause notice to Air India for delays on two international flights and its failure to take care of passengers. Wilson attributed some of the issues to technical problems with the aircraft and ground handling units, extreme weather conditions, and passenger requests not to travel. He acknowledged the need for better compensation and communication and emphasized that the situation was extremely unusual.

DGCA seeks removal of top Air India officials, show causes CEO Wilson

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Economic Times · 25d ago

DGCA seeks removal of top Air India officials, show causes CEO Wilson

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has called for the removal of three senior Air India officials due to violations of pilot rest duty hours. The officials, involved in unauthorized crew pairings and licensing violations, previously faced similar issues. A show cause notice was issued to Air India CEO Campbell Wilson. DGCA warned that repeated infractions could lead to license suspension, and an internal disciplinary process is required, with officials reassigned to non-operational roles.

Air India board gave CEO Campbell Wilson a raise days before the crash

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Livemint · 23d ago

Air India board gave CEO Campbell Wilson a raise days before the crash

Air India's CEO, Campbell Wilson, received a 46% salary increase to up to ₹27.75 crore, effective April 2025. This significant pay hike, which ties 60% of his salary to the airline's performance, was approved two weeks before a tragic crash involving an Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London on June 12. Wilson joined Air India in July 2022 and was initially promised a salary of up to ₹21.50 crore.

Tata Group Chief N Chandrasekaran takes charge amid Air India troubles

Economic Times

Economic Times · 22d ago

Tata Group Chief N Chandrasekaran takes charge amid Air India troubles

Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran has taken charge of Air India's operations amid a crisis following a tragic air crash. He is focusing on safety, government coordination, and maintaining employee morale. Expat CEO Campbell Wilson assists in long-term planning, regulatory matters, and operational reviews. The crash resulted in 241 fatalities, and Air India has pledged compensation. Chandrasekaran, drawing on past crisis management experiences, aims to restore confidence and pride in Air India.

Air India to increase fleet size by a third to 400 planes by 2027: CEO | Company Business News

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Livemint · 7m ago

Air India to increase fleet size by a third to 400 planes by 2027: CEO | Company Business News

Air India is aiming to expand its fleet capacity to 400 aircraft by 2027, an increase of one-third from its current size. CEO Campbell Wilson cited slower aircraft deliveries in 2025 due to supply chain challenges, including a seven-week strike at Boeing's manufacturing facilities. Additionally, the delivery of 50 "white tail" aircraft, originally manufactured for one airline but later delivered to another, has faced delays. Despite these challenges, Air India remains confident in its growth prospects, predicting strong passenger demand in 2025 and focusing on retrofit programs to enhance efficiency and performance.

‘The heavy lifting is done’, says Air India CEO as airline targets 30% domestic market share by 2027 - BusinessToday

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Business Today · 1m ago

‘The heavy lifting is done’, says Air India CEO as airline targets 30% domestic market share by 2027 - BusinessToday

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson stated that after three years of integrating and expanding its fleet, the airline is now focusing on product consistency and competitive pricing. The airline, aiming to establish a stronger domestic and international presence, has increased its domestic market share from 8-9% pre-privatisation to around 25-26%. Air India's strategy is to position itself as a significant global carrier, targeting a 30% domestic market share by 2027.

Air India partners with BIAL to develop Bengaluru as premier aviation hub for South India

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IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

Air India partners with BIAL to develop Bengaluru as premier aviation hub for South India

Air India has partnered with Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) to establish Bengaluru as a prominent aviation hub in southern India. The agreement aims to enhance international connectivity, operational efficiency, and passenger experience over the next five years. The collaboration involves Air India, AI Express, and Vistara, with plans to strengthen the network and establish a dedicated domestic lounge for premium travelers. In addition, Air India has signed an MoU with the Karnataka government to develop maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, projected to generate over 1,200 new job opportunities.

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Social media users allege Air India CEO’s post-crash speech was plagiarised

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Social media users allege Air India CEO’s post-crash speech was plagiarised

Social media criticism has arisen over Air India CEO Campbell Wilson’s post-crash speech following the tragic crash of Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, which resulted in 270 deaths. Users allege his speech was plagiarized from American Airlines CEO Robert Isom’s earlier response to a similar incident. The alleged similarity includes specific phrases and structure. This backlash adds to the airline's challenges, already facing the nation’s grief over one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters.

Air India lobbies government to axe IndiGo lease with Turkish carrier

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Business Today · 2m ago

Air India lobbies government to axe IndiGo lease with Turkish carrier

Air India has petitioned the Indian government to terminate IndiGo's leasing collaboration with Turkish Airlines due to business impacts and security concerns arising from Turkey's support for Pakistan. Amid public discontent in India regarding Turkey's stance on India-Pakistan issues, Air India argues that these leases aid Turkey's aviation sector while harming India's. IndiGo, on the other hand, asserts that its partnership with Turkish Airlines benefits Indian travelers and encourages aviation growth.

Air India eyes regional aviation space in challenge to IndiGo

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Livemint · 1y ago

Air India eyes regional aviation space in challenge to IndiGo

Air India is considering entering the regional aviation sector in India, which would put it in direct competition with market leader IndiGo. The airline has held internal discussions on the matter and sees an opportunity to provide a complete travel solution to Indian travelers. India's regional aviation sector has seen growth thanks to government-supported schemes and increased airport infrastructure in smaller towns. IndiGo is also expanding its regional fleet, primarily using ATRs. Air India's plans come after the Tata group acquired a stake in the airline and its subsidiaries earlier this year.

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