"Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett Found Dead Amid Legal Battle"

John Barnett, a former Boeing quality inspector who raised concerns about aircraft safety flaws, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. His family stated that a hostile work environment at Boeing, where he worked for over three decades, contributed to his death. Barnett had highlighted safety concerns at the company's 787 plant in Charleston, South Carolina, and filed a whistleblower complaint. Boeing expressed sadness at his passing. The news comes as Boeing faces scrutiny over incidents involving its planes, including a recent mid-air incident on a Dreamliner flight.