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Straits Times
10 hours ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Air India CEO's remarks after plane crash draw scrutiny
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson's remarks were criticised for being identical to one given months earlier by American Airlines CEO Robert Isom. PHOTO: ATUL LOKE/NYTIMES Mr Campbell Wilson stood before a camera last week to read a carefully worded statement about the plane operated by Air India, the company he leads, that had crashed hours earlier in Ahmedabad, India, with 242 people aboard. His remarks immediately drew criticism. Social media users said he appeared cold and lacking in empathy. Soon after that, another critique emerged: Much of Mr Wilson's speech was identical to one given five months earlier by Mr Robert Isom, CEO of American Airlines, after a deadly crash in Washington. The similarities in the two statements are striking. Mr Karthik Srinivasan, a communications consultant in Bengaluru, India, posted transcripts on social media showing that many of Mr Campbell's words had exact parallels in Mr Isom's. 'First and most importantly, I'd like to express our deep sorrow about these events,' Mr Isom said in the video published on Jan 29. On June 12, Mr Wilson began: 'First and most importantly, I would like to express our deep sorrow about this event.' 'This is a difficult day for all of us at American Airlines,' Mr Isom continued. Mr Wilson said: 'This is a difficult day for all of us at Air India.' Mr Isom said, 'I know that there are many questions, and at this early stage, I'll not be able to answer all of them. But I do want to share the information I have at this time.' Mr Wilson said exactly the same thing, except he didn't say 'early', and in one instance he used 'we' instead of 'I'. Many who responded to Mr Srinivasan's post expressed anger and distrust at the airline. The outcry over the remarks has added to the challenges facing Air India as investigators work to understand what caused its London-bound jet to crash moments after takeoff, killing all but one person on board and dozens on the ground. Public relations specialists said that it was common to see similar structures and elements in statements from companies dealing with crises. But they said it was surprising to see one copy another verbatim. Air India did not address the plagiarism accusations in a statement responding to criticism of Mr Wilson's remarks. But it acknowledged that it had drawn examples from other crashes. NYTIMES Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Economic Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Social media users allege Air India CEO's post-crash speech was plagiarised
As the nation mourns the devastating loss of 270 lives in the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, the airline is now facing criticism on another front—this time concerning the remarks made by its CEO. Campbell Wilson, CEO and Managing Director of Air India, released a video statement following the tragic crash in Ahmedabad last Thursday. His delivery was solemn, and the message appeared sincere. However, social media users have alleged that the speech was largely copied from American Airline CEO's statement earlier this year. As per social media reports, the Air India CEO's speech was nearly identical to one given by American Airlines CEO Robert Isom earlier this year, following a fatal crash in the United States. — beastoftraal (@beastoftraal) Isom had spoken in response to a January 30, 2025 mid-air collision near Washington D.C., where a commercial jet collided with a military helicopter, resulting in the deaths of at least 67 people. Alleged Copying of Statement Some social media users have alleged that Wilson's statement included lines such as: 'This is a difficult day for all of us... Our efforts are now focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, their families, and loved ones.' These exact phrases—and the broader structure—mirror those used by Isom in his address after the American Airlines Flight 5342 accident, in which a Bombardier CRJ700 collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. While Isom's message was widely praised at the time for its emotional sincerity, the repetition of those words in a different context has led to public backlash against Air India, with critics accusing the airline of insincerity and lack of originality in its crisis communication. One online comment read: 'Not ideal to see a copied message after such a tragic event.' India's Worst Aviation Tragedy in Years The crash of Air India Flight AI-171 marks one of the deadliest aviation disasters in Indian history. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad airport. There were 230 passengers and 12 crew members on board, including nationals from India, the UK, Portugal, and aircraft tragically came down inside the BJ Medical College campus, causing further devastation. Many of those who lost their lives were not passengers, but rather students, medical staff, and local residents in the Meghaninagar area surrounding the crash site. Air India and its parent company, Tata Group, will jointly provide over ₹1.25 crore in financial assistance to the families of those killed in the Ahmedabad air disaster. This includes ₹1 crore from Tata Sons and an interim ₹25 lakh from the airline itself. Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on X. has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of . Reader discretion is advised.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Social media users allege Air India CEO's post-crash speech was plagiarised
As the nation mourns the devastating loss of 270 lives in the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, the airline is now facing criticism on another front—this time concerning the remarks made by its CEO. Campbell Wilson , CEO and Managing Director of Air India, released a video statement following the tragic crash in Ahmedabad last Thursday. His delivery was solemn, and the message appeared sincere. However, social media users have alleged that the speech was largely copied from American Airline CEO's statement earlier this year. As per social media reports, the Air India CEO's speech was nearly identical to one given by American Airlines CEO Robert Isom earlier this year, following a fatal crash in the United States. — beastoftraal (@beastoftraal) Isom had spoken in response to a January 30, 2025 mid-air collision near Washington D.C., where a commercial jet collided with a military helicopter, resulting in the deaths of at least 67 people. Alleged Copying of Statement Some social media users have alleged that Wilson's statement included lines such as: Live Events 'This is a difficult day for all of us... Our efforts are now focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, their families, and loved ones.' These exact phrases—and the broader structure—mirror those used by Isom in his address after the American Airlines Flight 5342 accident, in which a Bombardier CRJ700 collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Asian Chronicle (@theasianchronicle) While Isom's message was widely praised at the time for its emotional sincerity, the repetition of those words in a different context has led to public backlash against Air India, with critics accusing the airline of insincerity and lack of originality in its crisis communication. One online comment read: 'Not ideal to see a copied message after such a tragic event.' India's Worst Aviation Tragedy in Years The crash of Air India Flight AI-171 marks one of the deadliest aviation disasters in Indian history. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad airport. There were 230 passengers and 12 crew members on board, including nationals from India, the UK, Portugal, and Canada. The aircraft tragically came down inside the BJ Medical College campus, causing further devastation. Many of those who lost their lives were not passengers, but rather students, medical staff, and local residents in the Meghaninagar area surrounding the crash site. Air India and its parent company, Tata Group , will jointly provide over ₹1.25 crore in financial assistance to the families of those killed in the Ahmedabad air disaster. This includes ₹1 crore from Tata Sons and an interim ₹25 lakh from the airline itself. This article is based on a user-generated post on X. has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of . Reader discretion is advised.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Man found guilty of gunning down rising Atlanta actor in road rage shooting
A metro Atlanta man has learned his fate after a jury convicted him of murder after the death of a rising actor and model. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Last Friday, a Clayton County jury convicted Victor Laray Isom Jr. of felony murder, possession of a firearm by a first offender probationer and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. This conviction comes after the shooting and killing of Jovan Jerome Cook on Aug. 24, 2023. According to the Clayton County District Attorney's Office, Isom sped out of a gas station, almost hitting Cook's Mercedes. Authorities said Cook honked his horn at Isom and the two men briefly exchanged words. That's when Isom fired two shots, with one bullet hitting Cook in the head, police said. Cook later died from his injuries five days later. TRENDING STORIES: A trip to a GA Burger King's drive-thru led to a high school graduate's dream he never saw coming 'Life doesn't feel real:' Family mourns GA 9-year-old found shot in car Grandfather dies saving twin granddaughters from falling tree limb in Dacula On May 22, after a 75-minute deliberation, Isom was found guilty. A judge sentenced him to life in prison without the possibility of parole, plus five years to serve in confinement. 'We hope this conviction offers some measure of solace to the family of Mr. Cook. This conviction also reaffirms our unwavering commitment to pursuing justice and holding individuals accountable for their actions,' DA Tasha Mosley said. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Channel 2 Action News spoke with Cook's wife, Nicole, who said her husband was a righteous, devoted and loving man. 'My husband couldn't even defend himself. He didn't even see it coming his way,' said Nicole Cook. Loved ones said the victim was a rising model and actor. 'Jovan was a rising and gifted model/actor. Unfortunately, his life has now been cut short due to the senseless acts of violence as it relates to road rage,' a family spokesperson said.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Columbus families experiencing homelessness to get $1,500, monthly payments
As homelessness outpaces population growth in Franklin County, two local organizations are partnering together to give guaranteed payments to families without housing. At its 2025 PIVOT Summit on May 29, RISE Together Innovation Institute CEO Danielle Sydnor plans to announce Stabilize Families, a partnership with Community Shelter Board and others to offer guaranteed income to local families who are unhoused. Community Shelter Board is giving 80 families $1,500 and then 20 of those families will also get $500 payments each month for 11 months, according to RISE Together, a nonprofit group aimed at ending poverty. RISE Together will fund the $500 monthly payments. Ohio State University will conduct research of the pilot program's impact. Can $500 change a life? Central Ohio uses Universal Basic Income concepts to target poverty 'With Community Shelter Board and other partners, we are building a new narrative to address poverty and support families experiencing homelessness,' Sydnor said in a statement. 'Guaranteed income is a viable strategy to promote economic stability and well-being for residents in Franklin County.' Families shouldn't have to choose between paying rent and putting food on their table, said Shannon Isom, president and CEO of Community Shelter Board, in a statement. 'Stabilize Families is about dignity — giving parents the breathing room to stabilize, plan, and dream again," Isom said. "This partnership moves us beyond temporary shelter to real solutions that empower families to reclaim their future." The pilot can also act as a model for how public, private and nonprofit sectors in the region can work together to address the root causes of homelessness and poverty with bold, evidence-based strategies, Isom said. This is the third program locally to launch that uses the principles of Universal Basic Income, or UBI, which describes programs that offer no-strings-attached cash payments. RISE Together is also a funder of the Ohio Mother's Trust, along with UpTogether. What is UBI? Universal Basic Income has buy-in from Columbus, Franklin County leaders The Ohio Mother's Trust is a local pilot program that gives 32 local mothers, selected by grassroots collective Motherful, $500 per month for 12 months. It began in January and was one of the first two local programs using the principles of a concept called Universal Basic Income, or UBI. The other is the city of Columbus' Economic Mobility Accelerator Program. It is giving $500 a month to 200 local people enrolled in six area programs for two years and started payments in March. The idea for Stabilize Families came up in RISE Together's last PIVOT Summit, in 2024, during a conversation about boosting economic security for families through guaranteed income, according to RISE. The announcement comes at a time when homelessness locally and use of the shelter system are up. The latest annual count, released earlier this month by the Community Shelter Board, found that homelessness in 2024 increased six times faster than Franklin County's population growth. Community Shelter Board's annual "point-in-time" count, which took place Jan. 23, found 2,556 people experiencing homelessness locally — up 7.4% from the 2024 count of 2,380 people. Since 2022, there's been a more than 30% increase in unhoused people in the county. Underserved Communities Reporter Danae King can be reached at dking@ or on X at @DanaeKing. This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: 20 unhoused Columbus families to get monthly payments for one year
