Boeing 737 Max Software Glitch Not a Safety Concern, Says FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that a software glitch on some Boeing 737 Max aircraft is not a flight-safety issue. The FAA reviewed the issue, which affects certain landing procedures, and determined that pilots retain full control of the aircraft.
Boeing had flagged the software issue last month, and the FAA's Corrective Action Review Board made the determination after reviewing the matter. The FAA said that the indications to the flight crew are clear and unambiguous, which means that pilots will not be misled by the glitch.
The software issue could arise after a missed approach when pilots alter a preprogrammed flight path, and they must take additional steps to use automated tools on subsequent approaches. However, U.S. airlines said they're not affected by the issue since they can revert to older versions of the software.