An Air Canada Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft. Photo for illustrative purposes Image Credit: ReutersChicago: Teams from the three US airlines that own 737 Max jets were heading to Boeing Co's factory in Renton, Washington, to review a software upgrade on Saturday, even as Southwest Airlines Co began parking its 34 Maxs near the California desert. Boeing was due to present the patch to officials and pilots of US airlines American, SouthWest and United in Renton, Washington state, where the craft is assembled, sources said. The Allied Pilots Association (APA), which represents American Airlines pilots, said it has been in talks with Boeing, the FAA and airlines to get the airplanes flying again as soon as possible, albeit with an acceptable level of safety. Southwest, the largest operator of the Max in the world, and United Airlines said they would also review documentation and training associated with Boeing's updates on Saturday.

Source: Ethiopian News March 23, 2019 17:37 UTC