DOT’s Sean Duffy provides update on Airbus software update

DOT Secretary Sean Duffy said in a post on X, formerly Twitter: “I’ve been in close contact with Airbus (EADSY) about their software update recall for the A320 and the airlines that use them. Here’s an update: Working with my team and the FAA, U.S. carriers jumped into action to complete these updates quickly with minimal disruptions. Thankfully, only a small percentage of flying aircraft nationwide required this immediate software patch. All impacted U.S. carriers have reported great progress, and are on track to meet the deadline of this Sunday at midnight to complete the work. Travelers SHOULD NOT expect any major disruptions. Be on the lookout for communication from your airlines. I’m grateful for the swift cooperation across the industry to keep America’s skies safe.” Airlines that have completed or nearly finished software updates include American Airlines (AAL), United Airlines (UAL), Air India, Delta Air Lines (DAL), Hungary’s Wizz Air, Mexico’s Volaris, Air Arabia, Saudi Arabia’s Flyadeal, and Taiwan’s carriers.