Air India CEO says full transformation may take over 15 to 20 years
In short
Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said at Aviation India 2026 that the airline’s full change could take more than 15 to 20 years. He also said Air India wants to improve profits, add more international flights from Mumbai, and look at Bengaluru as a third hub.
This matters because it shows the turnaround will be slow. The report does not say when the changes will happen or what the goals are.
What the reporting says
Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said at Aviation India 2026 that the airline’s transformation could take more than 15 to 20 years. He also said Air India is trying to improve profitability, expand international connectivity from Mumbai and explore Bengaluru as a third hub. The statement sets expectations for a long turnaround, but the reporting does not say when those plans will be completed or what targets have been set.
Why it matters
At Aviation India 2026, Air India CEO Tewolde Gebremariam said the carrier’s transformation may take more than 15 to 20 years. He also pointed to profitability improvements, more international connectivity from Mumbai, and a possible Bengaluru hub. The reporting does not specify timelines, investment plans, or whether these changes are already underway.