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Boeing whistleblower, who raised concern about safety issues, found dead

Henry Ortiz Published March 12, 2024
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A prominent whistleblower from Boeing, who raised concerns about safety and quality control issues in the company’s production line, was found dead on Saturday, as per South Carolina authorities.

John Barnett was found in his truck in the parking lot of his hotel, having apparently died from a self-inflicted wound on Friday, according to the Charleston County Coroner’s office.

From 2010 Barnett was employed as a quality manager at Boeing’s factory in North Charleston, South Carolina. He retired on health grounds in March 2017.

Having served 32 years at Boeing, Barnett’s 2019 allegations highlighted that employees at the South Carolina plant were often overworked, resulting in the installation of substandard parts on planes. He also flagged faulty oxygen systems, which could lead to as many as 1 in 4 oxygen masks not working properly.

While Boeing refuted Barnett’s accusations, an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) substantiated some of his claims. A report revealed that more than 50 “non-conforming” parts were untraceable and lost within Boeing’s system.

John Barnett

Barnett was in Charleston to participate in an ongoing lawsuit against the company, alleging retaliation.

His death coincides with heightened regulatory scrutiny on Boeing’s manufacturing processes for the 737 Max aircraft, following a midair incident in January where a door blew out during flight. This event triggered a comprehensive investigation into Boeing’s manufacturing practices, revealing deficiencies in quality control.

It’s important to note that Barnett’s concerns were not directly linked to the 737 Max or the Washington manufacturing plant implicated in the scandal.

Boeing expressed condolences to Barnett’s family and friends in a statement provided to the BBC.

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