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Boeing Discovers Software Glitch in 737 MAX Landing System: Report
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The journal cites internal documents that say the glitch could cause the automated flight guidance system to disengage during some landings.
Boeing has found a previously undisclosed software problem on some 737 MAX aircraft that could leave pilots without automated flight guidance during a particular landing situation, Wall Street Journal reported citing company documents.
Problem surfaced after an update to cockpit software and can occur when pilots change their planned flight path after abandoning a landing attempt.