More Than 3,000 Boeing Defense Workers Go on Strike
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F/A-18 Super Hornets. Photo courtesy of Boeing
ST. LOUIS, MO—As reported by several news sources including CNBC roughly 3,200 Boeing defense workers in the St. Louis area walked off the job early today, Monday, August 4, launching their first strike since 1996 after rejecting a proposed labor contract. The offer included a 20% wage increase, a $5,000 signing bonus, and improved retirement benefits. Boeing claims the total compensation package could raise average pay to over $102,000.
The striking workers, represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 837, assemble and maintain F-15 fighter jets and missile systems. Union leaders say the offer doesn’t reflect the workers' critical contributions to national defense.
Boeing says it’s prepared for the strike and has activated a contingency plan to keep operations running. The walkout comes amid broader labor pressure across the aviation industry, as skilled worker shortages drive demands for better pay and job security.
Boeing’s defense business makes up around 30% of its total revenue.
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