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Times of India·3 min read·hard

Boeing finds software glitch that may disable landing guidance on 737 MAX jets

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RAJEEV SINGH
Boeing finds software glitch that may disable landing guidance on 737 MAX jets
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Boeing has identified a software glitch in some 737 MAX aircraft that may disable automated landing guidance during specific flight maneuvers. The company is working on a permanent fix while the FAA reviews the safety implications.

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This issue adds to the ongoing scrutiny of Boeing's safety protocols and the reliability of its 737 MAX fleet.

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Boeing has found a previously undisclosed software problem on some 737 MAX aircraft that could leave pilots without automated flight guidance during a particular landing situation, Wall Street Journal reported citing company documents.The problem is linked to a cockpit software update and can arise when pilots change the aircraft's planned route after a missed approach. In such a situation, an automated navigation feature may stop working during the subsequent landing attempt.Boeing said it had notified operators about the issue last month and was working on a permanent fix."We shared information with operators that reinforced existing pilot procedures for safely handling such cases.

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