Ok, it was a bacterial infection, but there appears to be a pattern emerging. Next thing, the Federal Aviation authorities declare Boeing ticket-y-boo and their QA/QC proceses fine, robust and functional. What's more the abandonment of engineering for financial manipulation a fine and outstanding US achievement.
“My gauges just kind of went blank on me,” said the pilot of a #boeing 787 Dreamliner that plummeted downward for terrifying moments.
According to passenger Jokat, the pilot said that he "lost control of the plane” until the gauges came back and the plane “reengaged back to its normal flight pattern.” Approx 50 passengers were injured. Much more to learn, but what is going on with your planes @Boeing ?? #airsafety#plane
NEW: “62-year-old Boeing #whistleblower John Barnett found dead in his truck after he didn't show up for a legal interview linked to a case against Boeing.
Barnett worked for #boeing for 32 years and retired in 2017. After retiring, Barnett spoke out about how Boeing was cutting corners on their airplanes.
Just days before his death, Barnett gave evidence in a lawsuit against Boeing. Barnett accused Boeing of "deliberately fitting sub-standard parts" on their aircraft. 1/4