As the Tata group today clocks in on one year since its takeover of Air India Airlines, chief Campbell Wilson said the airline is in the midst of finalizing a historic order for new planes. Listing out key initiatives, Air India on Friday said it is finalizing a ‘landmark order of new aircraft to power future growth’ and undertaking major works to upgrade capabilities to replace over 1,200 aircraft. Connected professionals.
“Hundreds of initiatives are underway across 22 broad work streams to transform the airline in three phases: Taxi, Take Off and Climb,” the airline said. In his message, Wilson further said that while working on reforms, the airline has not shied away from launching other ambitious tasks such as Air India Express with Air Asia, or Vistara with Air India, or setting up a new infotech center . Or an aviation academy. “And this is not to mention our much-talked about short- and medium-haul fleet expansion,” said the CEO and MD of Air India.
The Tata group had taken control of loss-making Air India from the government on January 27 last year. Since then the airline’s total operating aircraft grew by 27 percent to 100, 16 new international routes were either launched or announced, average daily revenue doubled and manpower in its call center more than doubled, among other initiatives. between.
Career progress has been remarkable: Campbell
Campbell focused on the airlines growth last year. Noting that together they have embarked on ‘one of the most ambitious changes in international aviation history’, Wilson said “quite remarkable progress” has been made in a short period of time. He added, “Putting together, the progress over the last 12 months has been nothing short of amazing, despite the amount of work we have been doing behind the scenes, building platforms and capabilities, to deliver on our future ambitions. Can go.” flight. Certainly much more needs to be done, and everyone – internally and externally – is hungry for us to do so.
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His message began with “Happy Friday, friends… and Happy Anniversary, as today marks the first anniversary of Air India’s return to Tata!” Wilson expressed his deep gratitude to the staff for the hard work they have done over the past year. Noting that together they have launched “one of the most ambitious changes in international aviation history”, Wilson said, “quite remarkable progress” has been made in a short period of time.
“I especially want to acknowledge our former Air Indians who have experienced the most critical period of change in your entire working life, with all the nervousness, uncertainty and adjustment involved.” Or ‘Naya’, I thank you for coming together so quickly and creatively behind this mission of national importance.”
What is Campbell’s prediction for the future of the airline?
According to Wilson, the airline will continue to communicate and roll out new things, “being clear about the growing expectations we must all meet, how these relate to you and how we will support”. He added, “Transforming any organization requires deep cultural change, which is why we have placed such a high priority on communicating with you and improving policies, practices and support systems, not just benefits. ”
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Stepping into the second year of Air India 2.0, Wilson in a message to employees acknowledged that there would be challenges along the way and emphasized that more than successes, “it is how we respond to our lapses.. .that will define us”. Campbell continued, “Integrity, accountability, cooperation and fostering trust are keys to future success, and should be the guiding light.”
Meanwhile, the airline has drawn up a roadmap under Vihaan AI for transformation over the next five years and has taken several measures, including giving USD 400 million to renew the interiors of its entire wide-body fleet. The airline has revamped its domestic in-flight menu with an assortment of gourmet meals, appetizers, desserts and refreshing beverages to satiate the taste buds. It will also soon introduce an enhanced menu on its international routes.
(With inputs from PTI)
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