Airbus has confirmed an unspecified number of its aircraft will undergo inspections after a “supplier quality issue” with metal panels used on some A320 planes was identified. The problem, which the firm said impacts a “limited number” of planes, comes days after thousands of the same model were grounded for an urgent software update. On […]
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Airbus calls for software upgrade to A320 aircraft : NPR
An American Airlines Airbus A320-211 is seen on the tarmac on Jan. 8, 2020 at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Daniel Slim/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Daniel Slim/AFP via Getty Images Airbus on Friday requested airlines take immediate action to upgrade software of its A320 aircraft, warning there could be an issue with […]
Flights disrupted after Airbus discovers intense sun radiation could impact flight control data
Thousands of Airbus planes have been grounded after it was discovered that intense solar radiation could interfere with onboard flight control computers, leading to delays around the world. Around 6,000 A320 planes are thought to be affected, half the European firm’s global fleet, but it is understood most will be able to fly again after […]