Boeing has reportedly identified a software issue in some 737 aircraft that could disengage automated flight guidance after a missed or aborted landing approach
Air India Express and Akasa Air operate 96 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Akasa has 43 of the jets, while Air India Express operates 53
The US Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the issue. DGCA should assess the risk for Indian carriers and provide clarity on the affected aircraft
The 737 MAX was grounded worldwide after fatal crashes involving Lion Air in 2018 and Ethiopian Airlines in 2019. Boeing has faced prolonged scrutiny over safety
The latest issue comes amid unresolved questions over recent aviation incidents in India, including the Air India Ahmedabad crash and an A320neo incident involving hydraulic-system
Indian airlines and pilots’ associations should assess the reported software risk
For the regulator, timely action and clear communication are essential to maintaining aviation safety