Boeing in talks with Alaska Airlines for potential 737 MAX order

Boeing is also negotiating with Irish budget carrier Ryanair, one of its largest customers, over compensation for delays in MAX deliveries and a potential new order.

SEATTLE/CHICAGO: Boeing Co is in discussions to sell 737 MAX jets to Alaska Airlines once the plane returns to service following a lengthy grounding, three people familiar with the matter said.

The talks are part of a series of negotiations between Boeing and several airlines over jet orders or compensation after the 737 MAX was banned worldwide following two fatal crashes.