"The company said it discovered a potential data corruption issue on many of its A320 jets. In the statement, Airbus said that "intense solar radiation may corrupt data critical to the functioning of flight controls," and that "a significant number of A320 Family aircraft" need immediate updates as a result. The company said it "will lead to operational disruptions to passengers and customers.""
"American Airlines said in a statement that roughly 340 of its planes could be affected. It added that "we believe the total possible affected aircraft will be lower," and the update should take about two hours per aircraft. Delta said the issue should only apply to a "small portion" of its A321neo aircraft, fewer than 50 planes. Delta told Business Insider the work would be done "by Saturday morning through already planned aircraft maintenance touchpoints.""
Airbus issued a recall of a significant number of A320 Family aircraft after identifying a potential data corruption issue linked to intense solar radiation that may corrupt data critical to the functioning of flight controls. The problem is tied to a specific software version carried by some A320 Family jets operating in the US and requires immediate software updates. American Airlines reported roughly 340 potentially affected aircraft, with updates taking about two hours per plane. Delta said fewer than 50 A321neo jets are involved and will be serviced during planned maintenance. United reported no impact. The recall may cause operational disruptions during peak travel periods.
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