American Airlines flight blows tire while landing at Chicago O'Hare: FAA

Air TravelPassengers deplaned via stairs. No injuries were reported, the FAA said. ByClara McMichael and Benjamin Stein Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:06PMFederal officials are investigating after a flight arriving from Barcelona experienced a tire blowout following a reported brake issue while landing at O'Hare. WLSAn American Airlines flight blew a tire while landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The American Airlines Flight 41 crew "reported a brake issue and then a blown tire" after landing safely, the FAA said in a statement. On Air Traffic Control audio obtained from ATC.com, a pilot can be heard telling controllers, "We've got a right brake that might be dragging. " The pilots declared an emergency and stopped on the runway. Passengers deplaned via stairs on the tarmac and were bused to the terminal. No injuries were reported, according to the airline. The FAA said it is investigating the incident. There were 234 passengers and 11 crew members on board the Boeing 787-800, which had arrived from Barcelona, according to the airline.

The American Airlines Flight 41 crew "reported a brake issue and then a blown tire" after landing safely, the FAA said in a statement.

Air TravelPassengers deplaned via stairs. No injuries were reported, the FAA said. Federal officials are investigating after a flight arriving from Barcelona experienced a tire blowout following a reported brake issue while landing at O'Hare. WLSByClara McMichael and Benjamin Stein Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:06PMAn American Airlines flight blew a tire while landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The American Airlines Flight 41 crew "reported a brake issue and then a blown tire" after landing safely, the FAA said in a statement. On Air Traffic Control audio obtained from ATC.com, a pilot can be heard telling controllers, "We've got a right brake that might be dragging. " The pilots declared an emergency and stopped on the runway. Passengers deplaned via stairs on the tarmac and were bused to the terminal. No injuries were reported, according to the airline. The FAA said it is investigating the incident. There were 234 passengers and 11 crew members on board the Boeing 787-800, which had arrived from Barcelona, according to the airline.

MeaslesFriday, October 23, 2026 3:31AMA DuPage County measles case has prompted an exposure alert at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, health officials said. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago and DuPage County health officials are urging people who may have been exposed to measles to watch for symptoms after what officials describe as a rare breakthrough case involving a vaccinated DuPage County resident. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe first confirmed measles case in DuPage County this year has prompted an exposure alert at O'Hare International Airport. Public health officials say anyone who was in Terminal 5 on Oct. 15 between 4:20 p.m. and 7 p.m. may have been exposed after a DuPage County resident tested positive for measles following international travel. Health officials are encouraging anyone who may have been at the airport during that time to monitor for symptoms and know what steps to take if they become ill. "If you suspect that you have contracted measles or that you've been exposed to measles, call ahead if you're going to go to an emergency room or urgent care. Call ahead so they can establish some isolation protocols," said Dr.

O'Hare AirportChopper 7 was over the scene around 4 p.m., where emergency vehicles could be seen pulling up to an American Airlines plane. WLSByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Tuesday, October 20, 2026 9:29PMCHICAGO (WLS) -- One person was hospitalized after a plane with brake issues landed at Chicago O'Hare International Airport and blew two tires on Monday afternoon, a Chicago Fire Department spokesperson said. Chopper 7 was over the scene around 4 p.m., where emergency vehicles could be seen surrounding an American Airlines plane. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchVideo from the scene also shows passengers exiting the plane via a staircase. CFD said one person was injured and hospitalized in good condition. What caused the brake issue was not immediately clear. Authorities did not immediately provide additional information about the incident. This is a developing story. Check back with ABC7 for updates. Copyright © 2026 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

BirdsAn exotic green bird was seen flying around inside of Terminal 5 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, video showed. ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Sunday, October 18, 2026 7:44PMCHICAGO (WLS) -- An exotic green bird was seen flying around inside of a terminal at Chicago O'Hare International Airport this week, video showed. A witness told ABC7 the incident happened Tuesday in Terminal 5. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchVideos provided to ABC7 showed the bird flying and interacting with travelers inside the airport. Top StoriesAn exotic green bird was seen flying around inside of Terminal 5 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, video showed. The witness said the bird was rescued and the situation was resolved. No further information about the bird was available. Copyright © 2026 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.