Airbus has said the "vast majority" of its A320 fleet affected by a software issue have undergone the necessary modifications, helping contain wider disruption from the biggest emergency recall in the company's history.
Three days ago, the European plane maker called for "immediate precautionary action" on its in-service A320s – thought to number 6,000 – its most popular model and a workhorse of the aviation industry.
"We are working with our airline customers to support the modification of less than 100 remaining aircraft to ensure they can be returned to service," the Toulouse-based company said on Monday. "Airbus apologises for any challenges and delays caused to passengers and airlines by this event."
The statement follows an apology from Airbus chief executive Guillaume Faury to airlines and passengers after the surprise recall of the 6,000 A320 planes, which compete with the Boeing 737 model.
"The fix required on some A320 aircraft has been causing significant logistical challenges and delays," Mr Faury said. "I want to sincerely apologise to our airline customers and passengers who are impacted now.
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