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Airbus mandates software update for A320 planes after altitude drop injures 15, citing solar radiation risk.
Airbus has ordered airlines to install a software fix on its A320 family aircraft following a October 30 incident where a JetBlue flight suffered a sudden 100-foot altitude drop, injuring at least 15 people.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency linked the issue to potential solar radiation corrupting flight control data, prompting a global directive.
Airlines, including American, Delta, and United, are implementing the update—taking about two hours per plane—prior to passenger flights, with most expected completed by late Friday, November 28.
The fix may cause minor delays, especially during the Thanksgiving travel period, but safety is prioritized.
Hawaiian Airlines reported no affected planes.
The A320 is the world’s best-selling single-aisle aircraft.
Airbus ordena la actualización del software para los aviones A320 después de que la caída de altitud hiciera 15 heridos, citando el riesgo de radiación solar.