FAA approves software fix for Boeing 737 MAX 10 flight computers
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- The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration approved a software fix for the flight computers on Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, clearing the way for certification of the model that had been delayed for years.
- The FAA said the software issue does not pose a safety risk, noting that pilots retain full control and receive clear warnings even if the problem occurs during landing, though a go‑around could stop automated flight guidance and increase pilot workload; WestJet first identified the issue about two years ago during a test flight when the vertical navigation mode shut off, and reported no incidents on normal flights.
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