Thousands of Boeing workers who make the F-15 and F/A-18 fighter jets are about to go on strike
1. 3,200 Boeing workers plan to strike over contract disputes on Monday. 2. The strike involves facilities manufacturing F-15 Eagle and F/A-18 Hornet. 3. Boeing claims it has prepared contingency plans using non-union staff. 4. CEO downplayed strike impact, comparing it to a larger strike last year. 5. Ongoing legal issues and previous crashes add pressure on Boeing's reputation.