I don't think they believe they realistically have the ability to jump the queue. But they are publicly announcing their displeasure at Boeing. Like this messa

I don't think they believe they realistically have the ability to jump the queue. But they are publicly announcing their displeasure at Boeing. Like this message is literally saying "we are stuck with our second choice". As a vendor, this is a sign that you're really boned. Maybe this order will go through, but you're going to have to work your butt off after this one.