MHA gives security clearance to Air India CEO-designate Campbell

The Ministry of Home Affairs has given the security clearance to Air India CEO-designate Campbell Wilson, paving the way for him to take charge of the airline. The appointment of Wilson as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India was announced by Tata Sons on May 12. Tata Sons took over the loss-making carrier on January 27. Under civil aviation rules, clearance of the home ministry is mandatory for the appointment of key personnel at airlines, including foreigners. Weeks after taking over the carrier, Tata Sons, on February 14, named Turkish Airlines’ former Chairman Lyker Ayci as Air India’s MD and CEO. However, Ayci, who was to take over on April 1, declined to join the group amid concerns expressed over his appointment in certain quarters.