Air India CEO Campbell Wilson admits operational challenges, outlines measures post deadly AI171 crash
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson made a statement about the measures taken by the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash on Wednesday, the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash, following the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12th. He also shared that Air India has gradually restored international operations.
Maharaja Club members said that Wilson by E -Post in Post was the highest priority of Air India passengers, crews and planes.
“Following the tragic accident of AI171 in June, it can be understood that the investigation, scope and concern about air travel has increased. Therefore, I would like to share the measures we took to strengthen our operations,” he said.
Here are the security measures that Air India undertaken after the 12 June plane crash according to E -Post sent by CEO.
Examination of Boeing Aircraft
Campbell Wilson said Air India’s detailed inspections of Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft fleet.
“Each aircraft was inspected under the supervision of India’s aviation organizer DGCA (General Directorate of Civil Aviation) and we confirm that there was no problem during these inspections.”
Air India, along with some other international airlines, also controlled the fuel control switch mechanism of the Boeing 737 and 787-8 aircraft. However, there was no finding about it.
SECURITY STOPPING CONTINUES
Wilson, Air India’s program to temporarily reduce the voluntary ‘security pause’ will continue for now, he said.
The airline has reduced the number of flights to perform pre -flight controls and reduce the effect of regional airspace closing.
“We also had the opportunity to accelerate the upgrade to increase the reliability of airplanes and to accelerate the upgrades to strengthen delays and deductions,” Wilson said.
Other security measures
CEO said that Air India’s security protocols are “meticulous and multi -layered, and each aircraft has undergone comprehensive controls before departure by trained engineers and pilots”.
“Maintenance is carried out in certified facilities before and between flights. Pilots, cabin teams and engineers regularly train at the Air India Training Academy, the latest security procedures and the best global practices and integrated operation control center, followed each flight, weather, team and plane performance.
Air India Begins International Operations
Campbell Wilson said that Air Indis has started a gradual restoration of international operations since August 1, 2025.
This measured approach allows Air India to complete each verification thoroughly and continue its service safely.
“I acknowledge that there are some operational challenges that may affect your travel experience in the last few weeks. Make sure we take it seriously and we are determined to strengthen our internal processes to minimize the discomfort caused by such conditions,” he said.
