WestJet Uncovers 737 MAX Software Glitch, FAA Clears as Safe

WestJet pilots were conducting an entry-into-service validation flight for a Boeing 737 MAX in 2024 when they discovered a software anomaly linked to the jet's flight computer. The issue was deemed safe by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a Corrective Action Review Board on the matter.

According to a memo sent to pilots, WestJet was the first airline to report the anomaly to Boeing with supporting data. This move comes after the FAA cleared the issue as safe for flight.

The discovery and subsequent investigation highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and reporting in aviation safety.