Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Air India Seeks New CEO Amid Scrutiny
Air India is looking for a new boss to replace Campbell Wilson.
This comes after a big plane crash in June 2026 that killed 260 people.
The airline is also being checked for not following safety rules properly.
Campbell Wilson has been the boss since 2022 and his term was supposed to end in 2027.
The companies that own Air India, Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, haven't said anything about this news yet.
Tata Group is unhappy with Wilson's performance, while Wilson has faced many challenges.
The investigation into the crash is still ongoing.
Air India is searching for a new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson.
The search follows a deadly crash in June 2026 that killed 260 people.
Regulators have found several safety issues with the airline.
Campbell Wilson's term as CEO was set to end in 2027.
Tata Group has held discussions with potential successors from leading UK- and US-based international carriers.
- Who
- Air India, Campbell Wilson, Tata Group, Singapore Airlines
- What
- Search for a new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson
- When
- Current search ongoing, Wilson's term ends in 2027
- Where
- Air India, based in India
- Why
- Increased scrutiny following a deadly crash in June 2026 and regulatory lapses
Tata Group
Campbell Wilson
Performance Evaluation
Tata Group
Tata Group is unhappy with Campbell Wilson's performance in 2025, citing slow execution and improvement.
Campbell Wilson
Campbell Wilson has faced significant challenges, including a prolonged supply chain crisis and regulatory offenses, impacting his transformation plan.
- Current CEO
- Campbell Wilson
- Current CEO's Term Ends
- 2027
- Airline Owner
- Tata Group and Singapore Airlines
- June Crash Fatalities
- 260
- Regulatory Issues
- Lapses in safety checks, engine part delays, forgery, crew fatigue management
- Potential Successors
- Chief executives of at least two leading UK- and US-based international carriers
- Investigation Status
- Ongoing
Sources
Air India looks for new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson, sources say
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on the way out, say reports; airline looking for replacement after term end in 2027
Air India looks for new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson, talks underway with global aviation executives
Air India board scouts for new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson amid safety scrutiny after deadly crash: Report
Air India looks for new CEO to replace Campbell Wilson amid safety scrutiny & June crash: Report
Tata Group Looking For New Chiefs For Air India, Air India Express: Report
Air India, Air India Express to have new chiefs in 2027
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