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US FAA finds Boeing 737 MAX software glitch does not pose safety issue

By Thomson Reuters Oct 2, 2026 | 1:50 PM

WASHINGTON, Oct 2 (Reuters) – The Federal Aviation Administration said ​Friday a panel ‌of experts determined a software glitch in some Boeing 737 ‌MAX ​flight ⁠computers does not ⁠pose safety concern, clearing the way for approval of a ​larger version of the best-selling ⁠narrowbody ⁠airplane.

The FAA said ​the determination was based ​on the fact “pilots retain ‌full control of the aircraft and the indications ⁠to the flight crew are clear and unambiguous.” ⁠The ‌FAA said earlier ⁠this week ​it ‌was delaying certification ​of the ⁠MAX 10 until it completed an analysis of the issue.

(Reporting by David ​Shepardson)