India, April 7 -- Campbell Wilson believes his tenure as chief executive officer of Air India Ltd. is a highlight of his thirty-year aviation career, one of "tremendous change and progress" at one of the world's most storied airlines.

"The time is right for me to hand over the reins for the next phase of Air India's rise," the outgoing CEO said in an internal note to employees on Tuesday, a copy of which was seen by Hindustan Times.

"Therefore, as has now been publicly announced, I have informed the board of my resignation, albeit with a commitment to remain in the (CEO) role until a smooth transition can be effected."

Air India Ltd. has confirmed the resignation of CEO Campbell Wilson, as reported by Hindustan Times earlier today, und...