• Default_Defect@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Didn’t they ignore a bunch of regulatory bodies by claiming the passengers were experts and not tourists? I think throwing more laws at it won;t do much, unless they close similar loopholes.

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      1 year ago

      Mission Specialists.

      They were given trivial tasks to perform to justify the title. It was in bad faith and should have rung alarm bells. But I anticipate for the luxury thrill-seeker, they may be accustomed to fancy titles for their trips, and didn’t even really think about it.

      • ipkpjersi@lemmy.one
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        1 year ago

        The CEO bragged about building the submarine out of used parts and said that regulations were boring. He sealed his fate long before it happened.