“As such, I noted that the issue of whether Akasa employees are abiding by their contract with Akasa was a matter between Akasa and its employees,” Wilson stated within the letter.

Wilson additionally identified that Akasa Air had beforehand engaged in the identical actions by taking pilots from Air India Express, Vistara and no less than two different native airways however the CAR now being cited.

“Further, that having initiated such actions within the last two years, it was a little surprising to us that Akasa now found the practice objectionable,” the Air India chief stated within the letter.

“Additionally, and in the spirit of helping Akasa avoid pitfalls, I had cautioned that petitioning a competitor to collude in constraining the right of employees to change employer could be construed as potentially a contravention of competition law,” Wilson stated.

When contacted for feedback concerning the letter and earlier alternate between Wilson and Dube, an Akasa Air spokesperson stated the airline “sought judicial clarity on this matter, and the issue is now behind us”.

“Thanks to our advanced pilot planning and training programs we are squarely back in growth mode — focused on our operations and serving our customers during the upcoming festive season,” the spokesperson stated.

There was no quick remark from Air India on Wilson’s letter.

In the letter, Wilson additionally stated Air India Group will proceed to put money into the plane, coaching amenities, folks and sources wanted to construct a wholesome and vibrant Indian aviation system.

“This includes the provision of good careers and growth opportunities to attract, retain and develop employees, the vast majority of whom will be entirely new to aviation. I trust that Akasa will likewise make such investments to attract, retain and develop its own staff and contribute to the broader aviation ecosystem,” he famous.

Further, the Air India chief stated, “I am sure you also agree that robust competition has been proven, time and again, to deliver the best outcomes for stakeholders. At Air India, we look forward to continuing healthy competition with Akasa, and others, both in the skies and on the ground, for the ultimate success of Indian aviation and its people.”

India is likely one of the quickest rising aviation markets on this planet and home airways are increasing their fleets in addition to networks.