Boeing has discovered a new software glitch on its 737 MAX that can disable an automated navigation feature after a missed approach — potentially requiring pilots to fly manually without some autopilot functions at a particularly busy moment, according to a report.

The problem stems from an update to cockpit software and can occur when pilots change their planned flight path after aborting a landing attempt, the Wall Street Journal reported Saturday.

In certain circumstances, some autopilot functions can become unavailable, leaving pilots to fly manually at low altitude — potentially while dealing with bad weather or other challenging…

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