Airlines Face Turbulence with A320 Software Glitch

Airlines globally are addressing flight disruptions due to a software issue affecting the Airbus A320. Caused by solar radiation, the glitch has led to numerous flight cancellations and delays. The FAA requires fixes to prevent further altitude incidents, impacting over 500 US-registered planes.

As the weekend looms, airlines worldwide are grappling with flight cancellations and delays stemming from a software glitch on the Airbus A320. This issue, linked to solar radiation, was implicated in a sudden altitude drop experienced by a JetBlue flight last month.

Airbus revealed findings that the glitch could corrupt critical flight control data. Consequently, the FAA and European Union Aviation Safety Agency mandated a software update affecting over 500 US-registered aircraft, potentially disrupting flight schedules. The problem arose from a recent software update, compelling airlines to take swift corrective actions.

Airlines like All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, and Air India are rushing to implement the fix amidst busy travel periods following Thanksgiving. While most updates are expected to be completed promptly, some delays and isolated cancellations are anticipated. The aerospace industry remains hopeful the solution can be swiftly executed to minimize further disruptions.

(With inputs from agencies.)