Boeing is in advanced talks with China over a potential order for up to 500 aircraft, a deal that could revive its market presence after years of stalled sales.

Boeing (NYSE:BA) stock rose 2.5% Thursday morning following a Bloomberg report that the aerospace giant is nearing a deal to sell as many as 500 aircraft to China.

Passengers say Delta and United sold "window" seats without windows, sparking class actions over deceptive fees.