"Boeing's Quality Control Under Senate Scrutiny Amid Whistleblower Claims"

The U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Investigations will hold a hearing to examine claims from a Boeing whistleblower regarding design and manufacturing faults in the 787 Dreamliner and 777 fuselages, potentially reducing their safe service life. Boeing is cooperating with the Subcommittee and has offered to provide documents, testimony, and technical briefings. The whistleblower alleges that Boeing dismissed safety and quality control concerns, but Boeing denies the claims and is confident in the safety and durability of its aircraft. The Subcommittee has also requested testimony from Boeing's CEO, who has yet to confirm attendance. Additionally, the Subcommittee has requested extensive records from the FAA related to its oversight of the Boeing 787 and 777 program.