Whistleblower Exposes Chronic Safety Lapses at Boeing Supplier

Former inspector Santiago Paredes alleges severe quality control failures at Spirit AeroSystems, raising alarms over aircraft safety.

Paredes reported finding hundreds of defects daily in 737 fuselages during his tenure at Spirit AeroSystems.
He was pressured to minimize defect reports to expedite production, despite potential safety risks.
Spirit and Boeing faced increased scrutiny following a mid-air incident involving a 737 Max door panel.
Paredes's allegations have sparked legal action from shareholders and intensified regulatory investigations.
The whistleblower's revelations contribute to ongoing concerns about the aviation industry's safety standards.