The chief executive of Norwegian Air has met with Boeing executives to discuss the 737 Max crisis that has grounded a tenth of its fleet.

The chief of Norwegian Air International has been asked to directly clarify what is to happen to passengers intending to fly from Cork and Shannon to the US next month, as the crisis around Boeing’s grounded 737 Max intensified.

Low-cost, long-haul airline Norwegian could face two inquiries into its decision to cancel winter flights from Cork and Shannon Airports to the US, just nine months after launching a year-round service.

The boss of Norwegian Air has cast doubt on the possibility of a Cork to New York route, saying it is currently not feasible with the aircraft at hand.