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Updated on: Apr 2026

Industry

Why , Air India Employees Are Facing Disciplinary Action

Apr 13, 2026

Tata Chairman Urges Air India to Focus on Costs Service Quality

Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran has issued a direct call to action for Air Indias workforce, e...

Industry

Apr 11, 2026

Tata Chairman Urges Air India to Focus on Costs Service Quality

Air India Completes Workforce Realignment New Salary Grades and Performance Metrics

Following its historic transition to the Tata Group, Air India has successfully completed a comprehe...

Industry

Mar 11, 2026

Air India Completes Workforce Realignment New Salary Grades and Performance Metrics

Air India Navigates Leadership Transition Post Vistara Merger

After three years of steering one of the most complex corporate turnarounds in aviation history, Cam...

Movement

Jan 5, 2026

Air India Navigates Leadership Transition Post Vistara Merger

Industry

Air India Express Pilot Grounded After Viral Scuffle with Passenger

Air India Express has suspended an off-duty pilot and issued a formal show-cause notice after he allegedly assaulted a passenger at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. The incident, which took place on Friday, December 19, 2025, has drawn the attention of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, resulting in the immediate grounding of the captain […]

Dec 23, 2025

Employment

Air India Revises Retirement Age to 65; Retaining Talent

Air India has officially increased the retirement age for its pilots from 58 to 65 years, aligning it with the retirement age previously followed by Vistara, which merged with Air India in November 2024. The decision was announced during a recent townhall meeting led by Campbell Wilson, CEO and Managing Director of Air India. The […]

Aug 11, 2025

Employment

Air India Revamps Workforce, Reduces Employee Age

Air India is undergoing a major workforce transformation, aligning with its ambitious modernization and expansion goals. Since its privatization under the Tata Group, the airline has focused on rejuvenating its workforce, improving service quality, and ensuring operational efficiency. A key aspect of this transformation is the reduction in the average age of employees, alongside extensive […]

Jun 2, 2025

Employment

Air India Hires 9,000 New Employees, Reduces Age Average to 35

Air India has successfully reduced the average age of its staff from 54 to 35 years, marking a significant transformation within the company. This change is part of a broader strategy to rejuvenate the airline and align it with modern industry standards. Air India: Hiring and Transformation Over the past two years, Air India has […]

Nov 29, 2024

Press Release

Air India to Establish State-of-the-Art Maintenance Training Facility

Air India, India’s leading global airline group, is taking a significant step towards building a robust, future-ready aviation ecosystem by setting up a Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) in Bengaluru. The BMTO will offer an integrated 2+2 years Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by the Indian aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). […]

Nov 22, 2024

Appointments

Air India Group Announces Leadership Changes Ahead of Merger

The Air India Group has announced a series of significant leadership changes as part of its merger with Vistara. These changes will come in effect on November 12, 2024. The merger, is one of the most complex in aviation history. It aims to consolidate the Tata Group’s airline business and create a stronger, unified entity. […]

Nov 12, 2024

Work Model

Air India Introduces New Fatigue Policy for Pilots

Air India, one of India’s leading airlines, has recently implemented a significant policy change aimed at addressing fatigue-related concerns among its flight crew. The new policy, which focuses on fatigue calls made by pilots and cabin crew, has sparked debate within the aviation community. Air India Fatigue Policy: Details Air India’s policy revolves around the […]

Oct 1, 2024

Employment

Air India Employment Surge; 9,000 New Hires in Two Years

Air India commitment to growth is evident in its hiring strategy. Over the last two years, the airline has brought onboard a staggering 9,000 employees. Among them are 5,000 crew members, reinforcing the airline’s operational capacity and service excellence. This surge in recruitment aligns with Air India’s ambitious five-year transformation plan, aptly named “Vihaan.AI” . Market Share […]

Sep 21, 2024

Employment

Air India High-Tech MRO Hub; Adding 1200 Skilled Jobs

The Air India Group has embarked on an ambitious project—the construction of a mega MRO facility at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. With an earmarked budget of Rs 1,400 crore, this facility aims to revolutionize aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations. Beyond its technical significance, the project holds the promise of generating over 1,200 skilled […]

Sep 5, 2024