Boeing 737 MAX Software Glitch Raises Fresh Safety Questions; Issue Being Reviewed By FAA
Washington, Sep 27: A newly identified Boeing 737 MAX software glitch could disable an automated navigation feature after a missed approach, raising fresh safety questions for a jet widely used by Indian carriers, The Wall Street Journal reported. Software issue identified The problem emerged from an update to cockpit software. It can occur when pilots change their planned flight path after…
A newly discovered software glitch in Boeing's 737 MAX aircraft could deactivate an automated navigation feature following a missed approach, prompting heightened safety concerns, according to The Wall Street Journal. This issue surfaced due to an update in cockpit software, which can manifest when pilots alter their intended flight path after aborting a landing.
Consequently, pilots may need to operate the aircraft manually, forfeiting certain autopilot functions. This could elevate the workload of the crew, particularly during critical stages when the plane is low to the ground and possibly encountering adverse weather conditions. Boeing has acknowledged the glitch but maintains that it does not pose a safety risk, having communicated this information to 737 MAX operators in late August.
The manufacturer has since provided a software update to address the issue and is developing a procedure to restore the automated navigation feature if it becomes unavailable. Several airlines, including Southwest and United, have expressed reluctance to accept new 737 MAX aircraft equipped with the affected software, opting instead for earlier versions.
The Federal Aviation Administration is currently investigating the matter, with the review potentially impacting the approval of Boeing's latest MAX 7 and MAX 10 variants.
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