Airbus A320 family aircraft around the world are suddenly being grounded for massive software and hardware upgrades. The reason for this is a serious technical flaw, which is directly related to the safety of the aircraft. A recent incident in an Airbus A320 flight has worried the entire aviation sector.

What happened in Airbus A320? How did the threat emerge?

This problem came to light in the A320 flight of a private airline going from Cancun to New York when the plane suddenly tilted downwards at an altitude of thousands of feet. The pilot had not given any such command, but there was a strong shock in the cabin and the passengers jumped from the seats. Several people were injured and the flight had to be emergency diverted to Tampa. Investigation found that the malfunction occurred during switching of the ELAC flight control computer, which read incorrect pitch data.

EASA issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive on 28 November, ordering the immediate removal of the old ELAC computer (model B L104) and replacement with a newer, safer model (B L103+). Planes which have outdated systems will not be allowed to fly. Only limited ‘ferry flights’ will be allowed if necessary.

It has a big impact in India also

It has had a big impact in India too, because the country is the world’s largest operator of A320. Around 200 aircraft of IndiGo and 100–125 aircraft of Air India are currently grounded or in limited operation due to the upgrade and inspection process. Air India has warned passengers that this may delay flights and affect schedules.

What did the joint investigation by Airbus and EASA find?

A joint investigation by Airbus and EASA found that increased solar radiation at altitude caused a ‘bit-flip’ i.e. data corruption in the chip of the ELAC computer. Due to this the computer read wrong signals and the plane started tilting downwards despite being in autopilot mode.

Airbus A320 counted among the safest aircraft in the world

The Airbus A320 is counted among the world’s safest and most advanced fly-by-wire systems, but this incident has exposed the sensitivity of its most important part, the ELAC computer. Globally, approximately 6000 aircraft are undergoing this upgrade process. While the new A320neo will take only 30 minutes to update the software, the older models may take 2–3 days to update both hardware and software.

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On Thursday, June 12, an Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London crashed a few minutes after flying. The flight fell on the roof of the medical college in the residential area, when the children were having lunch. 265 people died in this accident. The videos of this accident were distracted and scary, whoever saw it is sad. From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma and former Indian cricketers have also expressed grief over this. Let’s see which cricketer reacted.

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag wrote, “Knowing the accident of the Air India plane in Ahmedabad.

Hardik Pandya wrote, “Hearing about the incident in Ahmedabad was broken. I wish for prayer and power for the affected families.

Heartbreaking to hear about the crash in ahmedabad. Prayers and strength to the familys of that that affected

– Hardik Pandya (@Hardikpandya7) June 12, 2025

Former cricketer and currently Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir wrote, “I am extremely saddened by the tragic accident in Ahmedabad/ Our condolences and prayers are with all the people affected by this disaster.” Gambhir is currently in England, where the Indian team will play Test series from June 20.

Extremely saddened by the tragic crash in ahmedabad. Our thoughts and priyers are with everyone affected by this catastrophe.

– Gautam Gambhir (@Gautamgambhir) June 12, 2025

Former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan wrote, “Condolences to every person affected by the accident near Meghani. I wish power and prayer for his loved ones.

Thoughts with every Soul Impacted by the Crash Near Meghani. Wishing strength and prayers to their loved ones.

– shikhar dhawan (@sdhawan25) June 12, 2025

Irfan Pathan wrote, “Today I am very sad about the Air India aircraft accident in Ahmedabad. I pray for travelers, crew members and their families.

Deeply saddened by the air India flight crash in ahmedabad today. Prayers for the Passengers, Crew, and their Families.

– Irfan Pathan (@IRFANPATHAN) June 12, 2025

Virat Kohli wrote on the Instagram story, “Today I am a column to hear about the plane crash in Ahmedabad. I pray for all the affected people and express condolences to their families.

Rohit Sharma wrote on Instagram Story, “Ahmedabad is receiving very sad and disturbing news. I pray for all the dead and their families.