Southwest Air Saved from Global IT Outage Thanks to Never Upgrading from Win 3.1
Many airlines globally faced software outages due to a faulty update by CrowdStrike. Southwest Airlines, using Windows 3.1, avoided disruptions, prompting discussions on system reliability and modernization in aviation.
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Many airlines faced software outages due to a faulty update by CrowdStrike, affecting Microsoft users globally. Southwest Airlines and FedEx, operating on Windows 3.1, were unaffected, while other major carriers like Delta and American experienced flight cancellations. Despite criticism for using an outdated system, Southwest's reliance on Windows 3.1 proved advantageous during the outage. Millions of travelers were grounded, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration to assist affected airlines. Microsoft resolved the root cause, but full system functionality may take days to restore. The widespread impact of the outage affected international airlines, banks, and retail stores. Southwest Airlines managed to avoid disruptions, emphasizing the importance of system reliability in the aviation industry. The incident sparked discussions on the balance between modernization and system stability, highlighting the complexities of technology integration in critical sectors like aviation.
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