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Thursday, August 21, 2025

‘Only fly on a Death Wish’: Why Boeing 787 Dreamliner is haunted by safety lapses, faulty parts and whistleblower tragedies? - WION

John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager, alleged that nearly 25% of emergency oxygen systems on some 787 aircraft could fail during cabin depressurisation. An FAA probe later identified non-conforming parts, validating aspects of Barnett’s claims.

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Boeing 787 Dreamliner: A Modern Aircraft Under Scrutiny

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner was launched as a next-generation aircraft focused on fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, using composite materials instead of traditional aluminium. However, over the years, repeated concerns have emerged around its safety, manufacturing integrity, and quality control processes.

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Whistleblower Alleges Faulty Emergency Systems

John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager, alleged that nearly 25 per cent of emergency oxygen systems on some 787 aircraft could fail during cabin depressurisation. An FAA probe later identified non-conforming parts, validating aspects of Barnett’s claims. Boeing denied the risk level posed by the issue, yet the FAA mandated corrective steps.

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Allegations of Unsafe Manufacturing Practices

Investigations and whistleblower accounts suggest Boeing’s Charleston, South Carolina facility—where 787s are built—may have prioritised speed over safety. Workers reportedly used scrap parts to meet deadlines, and some safety inspections were allegedly skipped or falsified.

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Concerns Over Composite Fuselage Integrity

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