Whistleblower John Barnet's warnings in fore again after Boeing 787 crash
John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager, raised serious safety concerns about the Boeing 787 Dreamliner years ago—alleging faulty parts, skipped checks, and management cover-ups. He died by suicide in 2024 while testifying in a whistleblower case.
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