Warning Bells
The Foundation for Aviation SafetyIn June of 2018, warning bells went off for Ed Pierson, a Senior Manager at Boeing's 737 Factory. The production environment he helped oversee was becoming increasingly chaotic, leading to worrisome lapses in quality and safety. Months later, when two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft crashed in separate incidents, killing over 300 people, Pierson took action as a whistleblower, determined to shed light on ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsLeisureAviation | |||
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(Part 2 of 2) When 260 people died aboard Air India Flight 171 and on the ground, the world was given a simple explanation—but what if it’s not only wrong, but a deliberate effort to deflect the truth? In this two-part episode, Ed and Joe are joined ... more
(Part 1 of 2) When 260 people died aboard Air India Flight 171 and on the ground, the world was given a simple explanation—but what if it’s not only wrong, but a deliberate effort to deflect the truth? In this two-part episode, Ed and Joe are joined ... more
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171—a Boeing 787-8—went down just moments after takeoff. Within weeks, a preliminary report pointed the finger at the pilots, citing fuel cutoff switches that allegedly "transitioned" from run to cutoff. Case closed... more
Join Ed and Joe on Warning Bells as they welcome Charles Hoefer for a chilling deep dive into a case that ties a brand-new RV factory to the illicit production of critical flight components, reveals troubling government inaction, and raises urgent qu... more
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- Let Guest Talk Please
Guys, please let your guest talk more. I'm a big fan of Petter and I was hoping to hear him do most of the talking. It was frustrating to hear the hosts dominate with their agenda rather than pick the brain of an extraordinary guest. I am a 40 year military and major airline pilot and I know that Petter has a lot to offer. Please consider changing your style and please let interesting guests talk.
Apple Podcasts2High G Flyer
United Statesa year ago - Excellent and Informative
So grateful to Ed Pierson and the other people in this podcast for telling the truth about what’s really going on inside the aviation industry.
The amount of misinformation and out and out lies told by senior Management At Boeing is frightening.
I do wish some of them would be held personally accountable for what happened in the two max 8 tragedies.
My sincere condolences to all of the families who lost loved ones and friends in those tragedies - they should never have happened.
Apple Podcasts5horseygirl2222United Statesa year ago - This is unbelievable
All the facts but nothing is being done.
How about The FAA hires Ed to supervise Boeing.
Apple Podcasts5Kaneyboy12121312
Canada2 years ago - Super interesting podcast
If you have an interest in aviation this is a fantastic podcast to familiarize yourself with the 737max debacle.
Apple Podcasts5FarmermacUnited States2 years ago - Ed is a Champion of Humanity
Ed Pierson unselfishly put his career aside to testify, before the Congress, against his former employer, Boeing.
Ed felt a need to speak about the 737 MAX defects and the escalating profit-pushing culture within Boeing, not because he lost a loved one in the 737 MAX crashes, but because humanity is at the core of his whole being.
What he has done, and continues to do, for the family of the 737 MAX crashes, for the public, is beyond commendable:
Ed is simply Champion for Humanity, and this po... more
Apple Podcasts5Njoroge PCanada3 years ago
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A deep-dive aviation safety show that examines high-profile crashes and systemic issues in investigations, certification, and safety culture. Across episodes, the discussion often centers on electrical and avionics design flaws, regulatory processes, data transparency, and the influence of industry priorities on public narratives. Notable strengths include rigorous technical analysis from engineers and journalists, a willingness to challenge official narratives, and a clear emphasis on independent, data-driven scrutiny. The show frequently features whistleblowers, safety advocates, and seasoned pilots, offering practical lessons for policy makers, manufacturers, and operators while keeping the focus on passenger safety and accountability.
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2. Jeremy John Thompson
3. Joe Jacobson
4. Jeremy Thompson
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7. Randy Klatt
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