Thousands of Airbus A320 family planes are undergoing software updates due to a critical issue linked to solar radiation affecting flight control data. Following an incident involving a JetBlue flight that required an emergency landing due to a control malfunction, the UK Civil Aviation Authority anticipates travel disruptions as airlines like easyJet and Wizz Air temporarily take affected planes out of service. The fix, involving reverting to earlier software, typically takes two to three hours, although some jets may require hardware replacements. Aviation experts express concerns but emphasize the very low likelihood of such events, highlighting the industry’s commitment to safety.
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