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Akasa Air and Air India Explore Large Boeing Aircraft Orders Amid Software Glitch

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Akasa Air, India's third-largest airline, stated that it is closely coordinating with Boeing regarding a software glitch in its 737 MAX jets. The glitch concerns a scenario where pilots may not have access to automated flight guidance during a specific landing. Akasa Air is reportedly planning to order more than 200 Boeing 737 MAX jets, while Akasa Air and Air India are exploring major orders in the Indian market.

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Why it matters

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The potential for a large aircraft order bolsters the aviation manufacturing and operational base within India. However, the reported software issue requires Boeing engineers to work on a permanent software update for all 737 operators.

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Who's involved

  • AkasaAkasa Air, which is reportedly planning to order over 200 Boeing 737 MAX jets.
  • BoeingBoeing, which informed all 737 operators about the software issue and is working on an update.
  • IndiaIndia, the market where Akasa Air and Air India are exploring major aircraft orders.

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  • IndiaSpeculative

    The potential order for over 200 aircraft could bolster the aviation manufacturing and operational base within India.

  • BoeingSpeculative

    Boeing might face increased engineering costs and product recall requirements due to the reported software glitch in 737 MAX models.

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  1. Akasa Air plans to order 200+ 737 MAX jets amid concerns over software glitches.1 source
  2. Akasa Air and Air India are exploring major orders for Boeing aircraft in the growing Indian market.1 source

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