Airbus announced that thousands of aircraft from its A320 family require immediate safety adjustments due to a safety issue related to intense solar radiation potentially corrupting vital flight control data. American Airlines, which operates about 480 A320s with 340 needing software updates, has begun addressing the issue in anticipation of directives from EASA and FAA. Each update takes roughly two hours, and while delays are expected, the airline aims to minimize cancellations, especially after the Thanksgiving holiday. Delta Airlines reported that fewer than 50 of its A320s are affected. The repair order is linked to a recent incident on a JetBlue flight that made an emergency landing due to flight control issues, resulting in injuries. Airbus has apologized for potential operational disruptions as it prioritizes safety.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:39:00 GMT | WCVB