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OceanGate's former chief pilot says he was 'cut out' from the Titan project after telling CEO Stockton Rush the sub wasn't safe
- OceanGate's former chief pilot, David Lochridge, claimed he was cut out from the Titan project after warning CEO Stockton Rush about safety concerns surrounding the submersible.
- Lochridge stated that Rush ignored his warnings about the safety of the Titan submersible, which was later destroyed in a deadly implosion during a visit to the wreck of the Titanic.
- In the documentary 'Titan: The OceanGate Disaster,' Lochridge recounted incidents where Rush piloted a submarine recklessly, leading to safety risks during dives.
- After expressing his safety concerns, Lochridge said he was progressively excluded from the Titan project by senior management, ultimately leading to his dismissal in 2018.
- Claims were made that OceanGate threatened to sue Lochridge for raising allegations that he was fired in retaliation for pointing out safety issues with the Titan submersible.
- Lochridge highlighted concerns about the stability of Titan's carbon fiber hull and criticized the design team's lack of experience, mentioning issues like porosity and delaminations in the construction.
- Footage from the documentary showed disagreements between Rush and Lochridge regarding the sub's ability to withstand extreme depths, with Rush asserting confidence in the submarine's capabilities.
- OceanGate ceased operations in July 2023 and has not provided any comments on the situation.
- 'Titan: The OceanGate Disaster' is available for streaming on Netflix.
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