FORT WORTH, Texas – Following a directive from Airbus to implement software fixes for 6,000 A320-family jets, American Airlines has announced that it has successfully repaired all of its affected aircraft.
In a statement issued to FOX 4 on Saturday, American Airlines detailed that its Technical Operations team worked tirelessly overnight to resolve the Airbus software issue, confirming that all necessary updates have now been implemented. The airline also reassured passengers and stakeholders that it anticipates no further operational disruptions related to the Emergency Airworthiness Directive.
American Airlines reported that a total of 209 of its planes were subject to the repair order issued by Airbus.
The situation arose when Airbus reported that intense solar radiation could potentially disrupt critical data essential for flight controls in A320 Family aircraft. As a result, the company identified a significant number of A320 aircraft currently in service that may be impacted by this vulnerability. In response, Airbus is collaborating with aviation authorities to encourage immediate precautionary measures from operators. This includes an Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) to facilitate the implementation of available software and hardware protections, thereby ensuring that the fleet remains safe for flight operations.
This proactive approach underscores the commitment of both Airbus and American Airlines to prioritize safety in aviation operations.
