Boeing is currently facing multiple challenges across different areas of its operations. The company's negotiations with striking workers have been suspended after employees overwhelmingly voted to reject the current contract proposal, leading to a significant work stoppage. This industrial action adds further strain to Boeing's ongoing issues, which include supply chain constraints and the requirement to certify its CST-100 Starliner spacecraft for crew transport.

The Starliner, which has been struggling with various setbacks, recently returned home empty, failing to achieve its mission goals. NASA, which is closely involved with Boeing's Starliner as part of its efforts to ensure safe transportation to the International Space Station (ISS), has detected an air leak on the ISS, losing 1.7 kg of air daily. Astronaut Sunita Williams is still onboard dealing with the situation as NASA continues to assess the risks posed by orbital debris and other factors.

In addition to these technical and logistical hurdles, Boeing's challenges are compounded by environmental factors, such as Hurricane Milton, which was recently observed from the ISS, causing further complications. These issues collectively paint a complex picture for Boeing as it navigates its commitments to both commercial and space missions amidst internal and external pressures.