Boeing's Undisclosed 737 Max Software Glitch Raises Safety Concerns

Boeing has identified a previously undisclosed software glitch in its 737 Max aircraft that could cause an automated navigation feature to fail during landing, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. The issue emerged from a cockpit software update and can occur when flight crews alter their planned flight path after a missed approach.

When reached for comment, Boeing stated that it had informed all 737 operators in August about the software issue under which pilots may not have access to automated flight guidance during a specific landing scenario. The company also mentioned that its engineers are working on a software update to permanently address the issue.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it was aware of a potential issue in a software update for the flight computers on certain Boeing 737 Max planes and was working closely with Boeing and the airlines.