FAA Reviews Software Glitch on Boeing 737 Max Jets

Boeing is facing a potential review by an FAA panel as soon as Friday over a software glitch that has delayed the certification of its Max 10 aircraft. The issue, which affects versions 14 and 14.1 of flight-management computer software developed by GE Aerospace, could lead to further regulatory action if deemed a safety-of-flight issue.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may convene a corrective action review board meeting to weigh the problem, which has been reported on certain Boeing 737 Max jets. The software glitch was first identified in Boeing documents and reported by The Wall Street Journal on Saturday.

Boeing's Max 10 is the largest jet in its best-selling single-aisle family and has been years behind schedule. The certification of the aircraft was expected by the end of September or in October, but it will now be delayed until the FAA is satisfied that there is no safety issue.