Boeing flags software glitch on some 737 Max jets affecting approach functions
The manufacturer identified an issue that can affect automated vertical navigation after a missed approach.
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Boeing has identified a software issue affecting some of its 737 Max aircraft that can impact automated vertical navigation functions in the event of a missed approach, the company said.
The glitch relates to automated approach systems on the affected planes, though the scope of aircraft impacted and the specific circumstances that trigger the issue were not fully detailed in available information.
Software issues of this nature typically prompt manufacturers to issue guidance to airlines and pilots on how to manage the affected systems while a permanent fix is developed, and can draw scrutiny from aviation safety regulators.
The 737 Max has faced heightened regulatory and public attention in recent years following past safety incidents, meaning any newly disclosed software issue is likely to be closely watched by regulators, airlines and industry observers alike.
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