Boeing's 737 MAX Software Glitch Affects 96 Indian Aircraft

A software glitch in some Boeing 737 MAX aircraft has been identified by the company. The issue could cause automated flight guidance to disengage during a specific landing scenario, potentially affecting 96 planes operated by Indian airlines Air India Express and Akasa Air.

The glitch emerged from a cockpit software update and can occur when flight crews alter their planned flight path after a missed approach, according to Boeing documents. In such cases, the automated flight guidance system could disengage if the subsequent approach path differs from the one originally planned.

Akasa Air said it was coordinating with Boeing on the issue and that there was no impact on the safety of its operations. The airline did not specify whether any of its 737 MAX aircraft had been affected, but stated that existing procedures are in place to help pilots safely manage the situation.