Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett Found Dead Amid Depositions Against Plane Company

Second Boeing Whistleblower Death in Months

In a tragic turn of events, Boeing whistleblower John Barnett was found dead in March 2024, marking the second such unexpected death of a Boeing whistleblower in as many months. Barnett, along with another whistleblower, Dean, had raised concerns about the quality of Boeing airplanes, leading to depositions against the company.

Brian Sparing Representing Both Whistleblowers

Both Barnett and Dean were represented by lawyer Brian Sparing, who expressed shock and sadness at Barnett's untimely demise. The police report released on Friday indicated that Barnett's death was ruled a suicide, but no further details about the circumstances have been disclosed.

John Barnett's Legacy

John Barnett, who passed away at the age of 62, was known for his unwavering dedication to exposing safety and quality issues within the aviation industry. His substantiated claims raised serious concerns about the integrity and reliability of Boeing aircraft, and his death has cast a shadow over the ongoing depositions against the company.