FAA says Boeing 737 Max software glitch not a flight-safety issue

AirlinesPublished Fri, Oct 2 20262:54 PM EDTUpdated 9 Min AgoExterior of a long-range Boeing 737 MAX 10 at the Farnborough Airshow, on 18th July 2022, at Farnborough, England. Richard Baker | In Pictures | Getty ImagesThe Federal Aviation Administration said Friday that it has determined a software glitch on Boeing's 737 Max 10 isn't a flight-safety issue, paving the way to the aircraft's certification."Following a thorough review, a panel of FAA safety experts on Friday determined a software issue in certain Boeing 737 MAX flight computers is not a safety concern," the FAA said. "The FAA's Corrective Action Review Board made that determination because pilots retain full control of the aircraft and the indications to the flight crew are clear and unambiguous."This is breaking news. Please refresh for updates.Read more CNBC airline newsBudget airline king Bill Franke warms to premium upgradesCompanies spurn airlines’ cheapest business class ticketsUnited’s next decision: What to do with all those Boeing 737 Max 10 seats it ordered years agoWhy flights are so expensive and will likely stay that waySouthwest Airlines put Texas jet fuel on a boat to LA for the first time amid supply worriesRecord heat, crowds drive offseason boom in international travel