Joshua Dean, one of the first whistleblowers to allege Spirit AeroSystems execs had ignored manufacturing defects on the 737 MAX, died after a sudden illness.

Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems and one of the first whistleblowers to allege Spirit leadership had ignored manufacturing defects on the 737 MAX, died Tuesday morning after a struggle with a sudden, fast-spreading infection.

Known as Josh, Dean lived in Wichita, Kan., where Spirit is based. He was 45, had been in good health and was noted for having a healthy lifestyle.

  • pelespiritOPMEnglish
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    6 months ago

    The last part, definitely, they’re criming all over the place. The first part? I believe in regulated capitalism, so let’s start with prosecuting the leadership and then break up the board. This is a place where the bean counters are running the show and along with healthcare, should take the back seat. Healthcare, absolutely nationalize.