Boeing rejects claim of 'shoddy production' at Dreamliner factory
In a communiqué to employees, Brad Zaback, site leader of the South Carolina facility and general manager of Boeing's 787 program, said The Times distorted information and rehashed old stories"that have long ago been put to rest."
The Times reported Saturday that Boeing ignored and in some cases sought retribution against employees who complained that the plant turned a blind eye to problems created by what the newspaper characterized as the company's rush to produce the planes as quickly as possible.
Boeing produces the Dreamliner in North Charleston and in Everett, Washington, north of Seattle. The report examined only the South Carolina facility, and The Times acknowledged that"there is no evidence that the problems in South Carolina have led to any major safety incidents." Zaback, who called the Times report"offensive," responded by telling employees that the planes undergo"rigorous quality inspections" and"perform exceptionally well in service for our valued airplane customers around the world."
"It's unfortunate and disappointing that the New York Times chose to publish this misleading story," he said, saying the company invited The Times to"visit Boeing South Carolina once they contacted us, so that they could see first-hand the great work that is done here."The Times didn't immediately reply to emailed and telephoned requests for comment.
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