Overview

• The walkout began May 4 after about 77% of IAM Local 700 and 1746 members voted to strike over wages, benefits and job security.
• Negotiators reached a tentative contract on May 23 that Pratt & Whitney says addresses key points of interest for roughly 3,000 machinists.
• Union members are casting ballots today at Wallingford’s Oakdale Theatre to accept or reject the agreement and decide when to return to work.
• The proposal offers an immediate 4% wage increase, additional raises in 2026 and 2027, a $5,000 ratification bonus and enhanced pension and 401(k) benefits.
• The 23-day stoppage has slowed output of GTF commercial engines alongside F135 fighter-jet powerplants and added to an $850 million tariff-related profit drag for RTX.