Whistleblower Joshua Dean's Death
Former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems, Joshua Dean, who blew the whistle on manufacturing defects in the 737 MAX, died after a sudden infection. He had alleged serious misconduct by senior quality management at Spirit and was fired in retaliation for raising safety concerns.
Key Points
- Joshua Dean raised concerns about manufacturing defects in the 737 MAX
- He alleged serious and gross misconduct by senior quality management at Spirit
- Dean was fired from Spirit and believed it was in retaliation for speaking out
- Boeing whistleblower John “Mitch” Barnett was also found dead after legal action against the company
Pros
- Bravery in speaking out against alleged misconduct
- Highlighting potential safety concerns in aviation industry
Cons
- Tragic loss of life
- Retaliation against whistleblowers