Boeing's 737 Max 10 Certification Delayed Again Amid Software Glitch

Boeing's latest commercial aircraft program delay has thrown its plans into disarray once again. The company had been on track to receive certification for its 737 Max 10 just days ago, but a previously undisclosed glitch related to a cockpit software update has put everything on hold.

The issue, which can cause pilots to fly without some autopilot features following a missed approach, was reported by The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. As a result, major U.S. airlines have requested that Max aircraft produced before the update be held back, with Southwest Airlines and United Airlines refusing to take new jets.

Boeing had been counting on the 737 Max 10 to compete with Airbus's A321neo and provide much-needed revenue for the company. With certification of the variant now delayed, Boeing's recovery efforts are likely to suffer further.

The delay is the latest in a series of setbacks for Boeing, which has already seen certification of its 777-9 slip into 2027. The company is also facing potential strike action from its engineers' and technicians' union as soon as October 6.