Thats why it is strange that they are talking about known issues. These issues were dealt with and a new probe had to be in place by 2003. It was a mandatory sb.
I think the BEA and Air France need to clarify what they are saying.
Also a fleet replacement programme has ETOPS consequences so I am sure Air France are staggering the replacement and not replacing all 3 at once.
I ask this because there is still an open issue of blocked drain holes on the probes which could lead to serious consequences particularly in stormy weather.