Air India Names Former Turkish Airlines Head Ayci as New CEO
- Ayci to take over as Air India’s chief executive by April 1
- Air India’s local market share dropped to about 10% last year
Ilker Ayci
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Air India Ltd. named Ilker Ayci, former chairman of Turkish Airlines, its new chief executive officer as the debt-laden carrier embarks on a journey to revamp itself after it was sold to the Tata Group.
“I am delighted and honored to accept the privilege of leading an iconic airline and to join the Tata Group,” Ayci said in a statement by the parent Tata Sons Pvt. “We will utilize the strong heritage of Air India to make it one of the best airlines in the world with a uniquely superior flying experience that reflects Indian warmth and hospitality.”