In a shocking turn of events, a second whistleblower has tragically died under mysterious circumstances at Boeing, just two months after another whistleblower allegedly took his own life. The deaths have raised concerns among attorneys representing both men, who hope that this doesn't deter the at least 10 other whistleblowers who are seeking to hold the company accountable for its actions. The recent loss of Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at Spirit AeroSystems, has only intensified the scrutiny surrounding Boeing's safety practices.

Joshua Dean, 45, succumbed to a fast-growing mystery infection on Tuesday morning, prompting further questions about the events leading to his untimely death. This comes shortly after the passing of John Barnett, a Boeing whistleblower who allegedly took his own life by a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 9. Barnett's death occurred right before his scheduled testimony in a lawsuit against the company. These disturbing incidents, combined with the recent financial losses of $355 million in the first quarter, paint a grim picture for the troubled aircraft manufacturer.

Boeing has been facing growing scrutiny over the safety of its planes and accusations of shoddy work from an increasing number of whistleblowers. The company's CEO, Dave Calhoun, is set to step down by the end of the year, a move widely seen as a response to the ongoing safety crises. Attorneys, such as Brian Knowles, who represented Barnett and Dean, are hopeful that their deaths won't be in vain. Knowles praised the courage of these whistleblowers, emphasizing that they raised concerns because they genuinely cared about the safety of people's lives.

While conspiracy theories continue to swirl around the deaths of the two whistleblowers, Knowles remains cautious, stating that he never saw any signs that Barnett would take his own life. The investigation into Barnett's death is still ongoing, and more information about Dean's passing is expected to emerge in the coming weeks. Dean's employers at Spirit AeroSystems expressed their condolences, highlighting their focus on supporting his loved ones.

Both Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems claim to encourage employees to come forward with their concerns and promise protection against retaliation. However, other Boeing whistleblowers have disputed these claims, asserting that they have either faced retaliation or have been ignored altogether. Ed Pierson, a former senior manager at Boeing's 737 factory, testified before Congress about what he called a "criminal cover-up" orchestrated by Boeing executives. Pierson asserted that the company is witnessing a complete breakdown from top to bottom, with a refusal to acknowledge the truth.

Boeing, an American icon that holds significant economic and national security importance, has been plagued by a series of safety failures and misconduct. The damning House report from September 2020 found that the two 737 Max crashes were the result of repeated failures by the company and air safety regulators. The recent incidents, such as the fuselage panel detachment on an Alaskan Airlines 737, have only further exposed the issues within the company's safety culture.

Boeing's reputation and credibility hang in the balance as whistleblowers continue to come forward with disturbing accounts. Profit-driven decisions and a lack of corporate accountability have transformed the once-revered company. It is crucial for both Boeing and the aviation industry as a whole to address these serious concerns and prioritize the safety and well-being of passengers.

As the investigation into the deaths of these whistleblowers unfolds, the hope remains that their courageous actions will ultimately bring about positive change within Boeing and prevent further tragedies in the future.