File image of Campbell Wilson, MD and CEO of Air India
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Air India shall be retrofitting greater than 100 planes, together with 40 large physique planes, and has ordered round 25,000 plane seats as a part of revamping the fleet, its chief Campbell Wilson stated on Wednesday.
Emphasising that “plenty of things” are occurring as a part of the transformation at Air India, Mr. Wilson stated the main target is on integration, progress, optimisation and buyer expertise.
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There is “immense flexibility” for the group whether or not it’s full or low price providers and “we are in a good position,” the Air India CEO and MD stated on the CAPA India Aviation Summit right here.
According to him, Air India shall be retrofitting greater than 100 plane and has additionally ordered round 25,000 seats as a part of retrofitting the planes.
About prices for the airline trade, Mr. Wilson stated airfares have been underperforming general inflation.
Air India has launched into a five-year transformation plan, with Mr. Wilson saying there are “plenty of things” occurring.
The new Air India will not be previous Air India and “people (airlines) now want to dance with us,” Mr. Wilson stated whereas speaking about modifications and potential partnerships.
On bilateral rights, the Air India chief stated there ought to be a practical strategy.
