Delay due to a needed software update

Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:12 am
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Delay due to a needed software update

I’m on BA213 LHR-BOS. We’re sitting on the stand an hour after our scheduled departure because just before departure it was discovered that a software update is needed, and now they’re having difficulty loading it. Additional engineers have been called in. I have a feeling this won’t be resolved quickly.

How does this happen? Did the pilot fire up the engines only to have a dialog box pop up on his screen? Wouldn’t an airline have advance notice of needed software updates as opposed to having it discovered by surprise after passengers have boarded? Anyone know how these things work? Anyone out there know how to hack an A380?
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:16 am
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Originally Posted by Blumie
I’m on BA213 LHR-BOS. We’re sitting on the stand an hour after our scheduled departure because just before departure it was discovered that a software update is needed, and now they’re having difficulty loading it. Additional engineers have been called in. I have a feeling this won’t be resolved quickly.

How does this happen? Did the pilot fire up the engines only to have a dialog box pop up on his screen? Wouldn’t an airline have advance notice of needed software updates as opposed to having it discovered by surprise after passengers have boarded? Anyone know how these things work? Anyone out there know how to hack an A380?
Windows updates?
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:18 am
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Originally Posted by Tiger_lily
Windows updates?
Windows 98?
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:25 am
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Given how reliable "software updates" can be, I'm glad I'm not flying today.
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:27 am
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I assume the 744s are more reliable... probably Nimbus or BBC Basic ?
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Possibly some part has been replaced but the replacement part has a lower software level than other components on board, hence the requirement. This may be as a result of something being swapped out while on stand.
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:44 am
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After 90 minutes of trying, we’re now being told that “a 3rd update disk” is being brought to the aircraft.
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:47 am
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I trust that the A380 doesn't give you 15 minutes notice before it reboots itself anyway (and you can't postpone it) - which Windows has a habit of doing, typically in the middle of a client presentation!
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:50 am
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Can't find it now but wasn't there a BA flight that cancelled a couple of years ago because they forget to update the navigation system software? And then the airport didn't have an upgrade disk?
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:56 am
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Originally Posted by mikeyfly
I assume the 744s are more reliable... probably Nimbus or BBC Basic ?
Wow ... I was the Product Manager at RM responsible for the Nimbus PC-186! Bet 99% of forum users won't get that reference!!! Nice one Mickeyfly ... made my day.
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:57 am
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Originally Posted by mikeyfly
I assume the 744s are more reliable... probably Nimbus or BBC Basic ?
Is it bad I remember using BBC Basic in primary school? 🤦🏻.♂️
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didnt not know airplanes still ran on Windows 3.1
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 6:14 am
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Maybe a little paperclip popped up saying

"it looks like you're trying to taxi to take off. Would you like help with that?"

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Old Aug 6, 2019, 6:22 am
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Originally Posted by Jimmie76
Maybe a little paperclip popped up saying

"it looks like you're trying to taxi to take off. Would you like help with that?"

That would be more helpful than the HAL system,

'I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that...'
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 6:25 am
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Wow how grateful I am for your product! Glad I'm not alone!! It was so exciting getting your turn on the Nimbus
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