But local Machinists are not shy about what they think. Many believe that Boeing is bluffing and will come back with a better offer if this one is rejected.
“Do you think the airline customer is going to want this plane built somewhere else where there’s no expertise?” said the 58-year-old.
Speaking from my experience in other fields, and I believe the same holds true here as well, the customers aren't concerned where the product is built. They really only care that the product will meet their needs as a price they find acceptable.