Senate Hearing: Boeing Whistleblower Claims 787 Dreamliner Unsafe, Ignored

Apr 17, 2024, 08:00 PM

Boeing is facing intense scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers and the public following allegations by whistleblower Sam Salehpour, a Boeing engineer, who claims the 787 Dreamliner jets are unsafe and should be grounded for thorough safety checks. Salehpour, who has raised these concerns for over three years, testified before the Senate Homeland Security subcommittee, stating that Boeing's safety culture is compromised and that the aircraft could pose a serious risk if not addressed, potentially falling apart. The Senate hearings have brought to light multiple claims of safety lapses and manufacturing shortcuts at Boeing, with further testimonies from other whistleblowers and experts supporting Salehpour's claims. Salehpour mentioned being ignored and told to shut up by management. Boeing, however, has denied these allegations, asserting that their aircraft meet safety standards.