Finnair has been canceling some flights since October 13 after a problem came to light regarding the cleaning method for seat covers on its Airbus A321 aircraft.
Eight aircraft are affected, and cancellations, delays, changes to the operating carrier, or aircraft swaps may occur. From October 15, some flights will be operated by DAT LT, a partner airline.
The seat-cover manufacturer informed Finnair that the impact of washing the covers with water on their fire resistance had not been properly verified.
