John Barnett, a former Boeing quality control manager and whistleblower, was found dead in a vehicle in a Holiday Inn parking lot in Charleston, S.C. Police are investigating his death, which appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Barnett had raised concerns about serious safety issues in Boeing's commercial airplanes and alleged decline in manufacturing practices.
Key Points
John Barnett, a former Boeing quality control manager and whistleblower, was found dead in Charleston, S.C.
Barnett had raised concerns about safety issues in Boeing's airplanes and alleged decline in manufacturing practices.
His death is being investigated as a possible suicide.
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John Barnett's actions shed light on potential safety issues in Boeing's manufacturing practices.