But the company only has 48 hours to reach a deal with the IAM that will prevent a work stoppage.
Boeing Strike Would Hurt, but How Much?
The aerospace company made its final offer Thursday and the machinists union rejected it Friday. Union members vote on a possible strike Wednesday.
09/03/08 - 02:34 PM EDT
China Watch: Fly With Travel Stocks
James Altucher says investors who choose Chinese travel stocks are in for a nice ride.
09/03/08 - 06:59 AM EDT
Airline Stocks Spike on Crude's Drop
Hurricane Gustav's effect on the Gulf Coast was not as bad as feared, sending crude future slower and airline stocks flying.
09/02/08 - 10:23 AM EDT
US Air Pilots Union Tackles Familiar Problems
Contentiousness remains between pilots at America West and US Airways, which still can't agree on a seniority list three years after their merger in 2005.
09/02/08 - 10:25 AM EDT
Weekend Reading: When It Rains...
Hurricane Gustav is just one of the challenges the markets will face in the coming holiday-shortened week.
08/31/08 - 04:15 PM EDT
Jet Pack International's latest Jet Pack T-73 can propel you into the sky, but with the rising costs of fuel, is it a good buy?
08/29/08 - 05:06 PM EDT
Boeing Falls Short of Union Request
The company, in what it bills as a final offer, has floated an 11% raise over three years, but it may not avert a strike.
08/28/08 - 02:54 PM EDT
You Ride Taxis, Now Invest in Them
Stockpickr founder James Altucher hails Medallion Financial Corp., which lends money to cab drivers for taxi medallions.
08/28/08 - 11:59 AM EDT
Four Reasons to Ditch Your Frequent Flier Credit Card
Consumers love their airline frequent flier credit cards, but it may be time to trade yours in for something better.
08/28/08 - 11:21 AM EDT
Boeing Alters Contract Offer to Machinists
The company withdraws a request to take new employees out of the pension plan.
08/26/08 - 05:52 PM EDT
Southwest to Pare Back Winter Schedule
The carrier plans to cut nearly 200 flights during slower winter season.
08/26/08 - 03:55 PM EDT



