
Boeing has discovered a software glitch on its 737 MAX aircraft that could cause the aircraft's automatic navigation function to fail when rerouting after a missed approach, requiring manual controls and raising safety concerns during landing.
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Boeing's 737 MAX aircraft were previously grounded after two crashes in 2018 and 2019 related to problems with the flight control system.
Boeing has identified a software glitch on its 737 MAX aircraft that could cause the automatic navigation function to fail. This raises concerns about a potential security threat during landing, writes The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
According to the newspaper, the problem arose after updating the software in the cockpit. A failure may occur if the crew changes the planned route after the missed approach. In such a situation, pilots may need to switch to manual control without some of the autopilot functions.
According to WSJ, the company confirmed the failure.
Some in the aviation industry believe the glitch could put additional stress on pilots during landings. At this moment, the aircraft is at low altitude, and the crew may simultaneously encounter bad weather or other difficulties.
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