Ed Pierson

Ed Pierson, a former Boeing senior manager and whistleblower, shares his deep concerns about the safety of the 737 MAX, highlighting internal pressures and cultural issues within Boeing. Sharon Turlip, an aerospace reporter for the Wall Street Journal, assesses Boeing's financial struggles and prospects for recovery amidst stiff competition from Airbus. They discuss the fallout from tragedy, manufacturing defects, and the urgent need for accountability and cultural transformation in the aerospace industry. Will Boeing restore its once-revered reputation?

Guest Ed Pierson, a Boeing whistleblower, discusses the decline of Boeing, cultural changes at Boeing's 737 Max production line, and concerns about government oversight and corporate culture. The podcast also explores the response of Boeing CEO David Calhoun and the findings of the NTSB's investigation on manufacturing documentation.

A discussion with Mark Pegram, who lost his son in the 737 Max crash, and Ed Pierson, a former Boeing manager, raises safety concerns. Pierson warned about production pressures compromising safety before the accidents. Experts weigh in on the FAA's regulatory role and Boeing's safety measures post-accidents.