Even if the union ratifies the new contract, Boeing still has to confront a slew of issues with its aircraft programs.

The union for 33,000 striking Boeing Co. factory workers said it’s “actively engaged in indirect discussions” with the embattled planemaker, a possible sign of progress toward ending the five-week walkout.

The machinists union that represents more than 33,000 workers said that the deal includes raises of 35 percent over the four-year life of the contract.

Boeing and union leaders have reached a deal that could end a weekslong strike. The proposed deal includes a 35% general wage increase spread over four years. The strike, which began September 13, has halted much of Boeing's production.

Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers have reached a tentative deal that would boost pay by 35% over four years and end a month-long strike at the company's West Coast operations.

The proposal includes a wage increase of 35% spread over four years, a reinstated incentive plan and an increase to company 401(k) matching.

A union representing striking machinists at Boeing said on Friday it is “actively engaged in indirect discussions” with the planemaker that are being facilitated by Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su.

Boeing and the machinists union have come to a tentative agreement on a new proposal to potentially end the weeks-long strike.

A tentative deal has been reached to end the five-week-long strike at troubled aircraft maker Boeing, the union announced to its 33,000 striking members early Saturday.