Boeing discovers two new flaws in the flight control software of 737 MAX

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New issues won't affect the plane's planned return to service by mid-year, the company says

Boeing is addressing two new software issues discovered in its 737 MAX's flight control computer, as the company works to achieve necessary approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA...

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