Prior to his death, whistleblower John Barnett was testifying against Boeing over concerns about standards.

John Barnett had worked for Boeing for 32 years, until his retirement in 2017.

In the days before his death, he had been giving evidence in a whistleblower lawsuit against the company.

Boeing said it was saddened to hear of Mr Barnett’s passing. The Charleston County coroner confirmed his death to the BBC on Monday.

It said the 62-year-old had died from a “self-inflicted” wound on 9 March and police were investigating.

  • chiliedogg
    101·
    7 months ago

    You paying not to fly is the optimal result for the airlines.

    • bluehexagon
      30·
      7 months ago

      Perhaps the goal is to feel safe, not to damage the company.

      • raspberriesareyummy
        20·
        7 months ago

        yeah, looks like previous poster didn’t understand I value my life more than money :)