Posted 3/7/2024, 7:18:32 PM
NTSB Probes Stuck Rudder Pedal Issue During United 737 Max Landing at Newark
- NTSB investigating issue with "stuck" rudder pedals on Feb. 6 United Airlines flight landing at Newark
- Pilots reported rudder pedals not responding on landing rollout; used nose wheel steering to maintain control
- Issue resolved itself shortly after; no injuries reported and plane able to taxi and park safely
- Inspections found no issues initially, but problem replicated in later test flight
- Occurrence marks another recent Boeing 737 Max issue; investigations ongoing with FAA and Boeing