"Boeing Whistleblower Warns of Potential Midair Breakup"
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A new Boeing whistleblower, former engineer Sam Salehpour, has raised concerns about production changes to the 787 Dreamliner jet, alleging that the aircraft's fuselage could "break apart" in midair after thousands of flights due to how the sections were fitted and fastened together. Boeing has confirmed the manufacturing changes but denies any safety issues, while Salehpour is scheduled to appear at a Congressional hearing to address his criticisms. The FAA encourages voluntary reporting in aviation safety and thoroughly investigates all reports.
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