Boeing Fighter Jet Workers Strike in St. Louis and Illinois After Rejecting Contract

Strike Begins

• 3,200+ union members who assemble Boeing's fighter jets have gone on strike.
• The workers are based in the St. Louis area and Illinois.
• The strike commenced after the union members rejected a second contract offer.

Contract Details and Union Response

• The rejected 4-year contract proposed by Boeing included a 40% average wage increase and a 20% general wage increase.
• The offer also included increased periodic raises, more vacation time, and sick leave.
• Union representative Chris Albin stated that the membership "spoke loud and clear" and their expectations were not met by Boeing's "last best and final offer."

Boeing's Contingency Plan and CEO's Stance

• Boeing Defense stated they are prepared for the work stoppage and will implement a contingency plan using non-labor workers.
• Boeing CEO Kelly Orberg previously downplayed the potential impact of a strike, referencing a 7-week strike last year involving commercial jet builders.