What Happened
Regulator Finds Problem Manageable, Not A Safety Concern
The FAA has determined that a software issue affecting the Boeing 737 MAX flight management system will not hinder the certification of the 737-10, despite the problem being in the process of being addressed. The agency’s decision, made by a panel of internal safety experts, found the issue to be manageable and not a safety concern, as pilots retain full control of the aircraft and the indications to the flight crew are clear and unambiguous. Boeing will issue a special bulletin detailing how to recognize and respond to the malfunction, and the FAA also plans to issue a special bulletin underscoring Boeing’s instructions. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.