A Nation in Mourning: Air India CEO Campbell Wilson Pays Tribute at AI-171 Crash Site in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, July 7, 2025 —
In a solemn moment etched in the memory of a grieving nation, Air India’s Managing Director and CEO, Campbell Wilson, arrived today at the crash site of Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, where 241 lives were lost in one of India’s worst aviation disasters.
Wilson’s visit comes less than 24 hours after the London-bound aircraft suffered a catastrophic failure shortly after takeoff, plunging the nation into shock and sorrow.
With folded hands and a heavy heart, the Air India chief stood alongside first responders, local authorities, and bereaved families, offering prayers and condolences at the site where debris and grief now rest side by side.
“This is an unimaginable tragedy. We stand with every family affected. Air India will leave no stone unturned in supporting investigations and helping those impacted,” Wilson reportedly stated during a brief interaction.
The AI-171 crash, carrying passengers from across India and abroad, has not only devastated families but also shaken the aviation community globally. Wilson’s presence at the site marks the airline’s commitment to transparency, responsibility, and compassion in the aftermath of the disaster.
Grief-stricken families gathered nearby, many still waiting for formal identification processes to complete, while rescue and forensic teams continued their operations amid wreckage.
This visit by Air India’s top leadership adds to a growing wave of national mourning — echoed in tributes across the country and heartfelt messages from world leaders.
As the nation observes this period of grief, Campbell Wilson’s appearance serves as a symbol of accountability and human empathy in a time of unbearable loss.
