Boeing finds software glitch that may disable landing guidance on 737 MAX jets

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Boeing has identified a software glitch potentially affecting landing guidance systems on 737 MAX jets, though the issue is still under investigation and does not currently impact flight safety. This follows renewed scrutiny on Boeing aircraft safety after incidents earlier in 2024.

Boeing also faced renewed scrutiny in January 2024 after a door plug blew out of an almost-new 737 MAX 9 operated by Alaska Airlines during a flight. The latest software issue does not mean that the aircraft is unsafe to fly. Regulators and the company are still examining the problem and determining whether any further action is required.