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Airbus Discovers Defects in 628 A320 Jets, Repairs Ahead

12/3/2025

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Airbus identified defects in A320 fuselage panels affecting 628 jets, including 168 in service, due to incorrect thickness in parts from Sofitec Aero.
Airbus will inspect the affected aircraft, noting metal-panel quality issues but not a safety concern.
Airbus Chief Executive Guillaume Faury said deliveries were affected, especially during a weak November.
Repairs could take three to five weeks and complicate production schedules, while further airline guidance will follow.

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Airbus identified defects in A320 fuselage panels affecting 628 jets, including 168 in service, due to incorrect thickness in parts from Sofitec Aero.
Airbus will inspect the affected aircraft, noting metal-panel quality issues but not a safety concern.
Airbus Chief Executive Guillaume Faury said deliveries were affected, especially during a weak November.
Repairs could take three to five weeks and complicate production schedules, while further airline guidance will follow.