Air India, now owned by the Tata Group, has launched a tender for the sale of its three Boeing B777-200LR widebody aircraft, which were produced in 2009, while it is in talks with Airbus and Boeing to place a sizable order. place.

The tender said that bids for three wide-range aircraft, powered by GE90-110 engines, must be submitted by August 16. Wide-angle aircraft have larger fuel tanks that allow them to travel on long-haul international routes, such as between India and the US. Air India currently has a fleet of 128 aircraft, including the three B777-200LR aircraft.

The Home Office has issued a security clearance to Campbell Wilson, Air India's appointed Chief Executive, paving the way for him to take charge of the airline that acquired the Tatas on January 27. Wilson's appointment as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Air India was announced on May 12.