Akasa Air says Boeing 737 MAX software glitch poses no safety risk
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- Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube stated that the airline’s fleet of 43 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft remains safe despite a software glitch that can occur when a landing is aborted and the automated navigation system shuts down, and pilots are able to retain manual control in such events.
- The carrier has not experienced this specific scenario in its four and a half years of operations, and Boeing is developing a software fix to resolve the issue, according to the airline and aviation authorities.
Why it matters
The reassurance that the glitch does not affect safety helps maintain confidence for airlines operating the 737 MAX and supports continued use of the type in commercial service.
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