Originally Posted by DarkSideMoon

"I think I can do this just as safely while breaking the rules."

The Titan sub was never checked to see if it was up to standard because of its "innovation," OceanGate said in 2019. The sub features a carbon fiber hull that had never been used on submersibles before, according to the "Unsung Science" podcast.

In the podcast episode, Pogue said the sub's build — which includes "MacGyvered" ceiling lights and an Xbox controller for navigating the vessel — as well as the safety waiver, gave him cause for concern.

In a 2019 interview, Rush lamented "obscenely safe" diving security regulations, although he said he understood the rules.