These are just some of the red flags that were raised about the OceanGate Titan submersible. In the end, the submersible did go missing, and all five people on board were killed.
This tragic event highlights the importance of safety in the deep ocean, and it raises questions about the future of commercial submersible tourism.
The OceanGate Titan submersible had a number of red flags that raised concerns about its safety. These included:
- The lack of certification. The Titan was not certified by any regulatory body, including the U.S. Coast Guard. This meant that it did not have to meet any specific safety standards, and there was no independent oversight of its design or construction.
- The use of experimental technology. The Titan was designed using a number of experimental technologies, including a new type of hull and a new type of viewport. These technologies had not been tested in the harsh conditions of the deep ocean, and there was no way to know how they would perform in an emergency.
- The lack of experience. The company that operated the Titan, OceanGate, had very little experience operating submersibles in the deep ocean. The company’s founder, Stockton Rush, had only been involved in the submersible industry for a few years, and the company’s other employees had even less experience.
- The high cost of the expedition. The cost of an expedition on the Titan was $250,000 per person. This was a very high price, and it meant that only the wealthy could afford to go on the expedition. This raised concerns that the company was more interested in making money than in ensuring the safety of its passengers.
