Boeing unveils 737 Max fixes; asserts that the changes improve the safety of the aircraft involved in two deadly crashes since October.
Boeing previewed its software fix, cockpit alerts and additional pilot training for its 737 Max planes on Wednesday, saying the changes improve the safety of the aircraft involved in two deadly crashes since October.
The plane’s Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System, or MCAS automated flight control system, will now receive data from both angle of attack sensors, instead of just one Boeing will be adding an indicator to the flight control display so pilots are aware when the angle of attack sensors disagree.
“We’re working with pilots and industry officials,” said Sinnett. “We have 200 of them today in our Renton facility and we’ll be spending time with them today to explain the updates we’re making to the 737 Max, to get their input and to earn their trust.”
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