Boeing's 737 Max Navigation System Hit with New Software Glitch

Boeing has identified an issue with the 737 Max jet's navigation system that could increase pilot workload during landing.

The problem can occur when pilots need to abort a landing attempt and the airplane's autopilot is forced into a simpler level of automation for pitch control, which increases pilot workload compared to the standard mode used.

Boeing said it informed all 737 operators about the software issue last month and shared information that reinforced existing pilot procedures for safely handling such cases.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is convening a review board to determine whether the glitch presents a flight-safety issue, which could delay certification of Boeing's new 737 Max 10 and complicate the entry into service of the recently approved Max 7.