Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett Found Dead Amid Lawsuit Testimony
John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager who had raised significant safety concerns about the company's production standards, has been found dead. The 62-year-old had worked for Boeing for over three decades and was a key figure in an ongoing whistleblower lawsuit. He had been giving evidence, alleging that workers under pressure were deliberately fitting sub-standard parts to aircraft on the 787 Dreamliner production line. Barnett's death occurred days after he provided a formal deposition and was due for further questioning. The Charleston County coroner's office reported his death appeared to result from a self-inflicted wound. This development comes as Boeing faces intense scrutiny over its safety culture and manufacturing processes.
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