Your Web News in One Place

Help Webnuz

Referal links:

Sign up for GreenGeeks web hosting
June 27, 2024 10:50 pm

New Boeing Whistleblower Warns of Potentially 'Devastating Consequences' From Plane Flaws

A former Boeing contractor has filed complaints with federal agencies, alleging safety issues in 787 Dreamliner production and wrongful termination. Richard Cuevas, a veteran mechanic, claims he observed improper drilling of fastener holes in forward pressure bulkheads during his work with Spirit AeroSystems, Boeing's main supplier. Cuevas warned that these defects could compromise aircraft safety. After reporting concerns to the FAA and his superiors, Cuevas says he was fired. His lawyers have urged investigations into Dreamliner bulkheads and claim unlawful retaliation. Boeing stated they investigated the concerns thoroughly and determined no safety risk.

Read more of this story at Slashdot.


Original Link: https://news.slashdot.org/story/24/06/27/2032229/new-boeing-whistleblower-warns-of-potentially-devastating-consequences-from-plane-flaws?utm_source=rs

Share this article:    Share on Facebook
View Full Article

Slashdot

Slashdot was originally created in September of 1997 by Rob "CmdrTaco" Malda. Today it is owned by Geeknet, Inc..

More About this Source Visit Slashdot