FAA Investigates Blown Tires on Two Planes at Chicago O’Hare
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating an incident at Chicago O'Hare International Airport where two planes experienced blown tires on the same day.
Chicago, IL, August 18, 2026 —
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into an unusual occurrence at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) involving two separate incidents of blown tires on aircraft on the same day. The agency confirmed its involvement in examining the circumstances surrounding these events.
Details regarding the specific airlines or flight numbers involved in these incidents were not immediately available. The timeline of when these events took place on the day in question has also not been publicly disclosed by the FAA or airport officials.
Blown tires on aircraft can be caused by a variety of factors, including runway conditions, tire wear, braking stress, or foreign object debris. The FAA’s investigation will aim to determine the cause of the failures and assess whether any systemic issues or specific operational factors contributed to both events occurring on the same day at the busy O’Hare hub.
Chicago O’Hare is one of the world’s busiest airports, handling a significant volume of air traffic daily. Incidents involving aircraft, even those that do not result in serious injury, are typically reviewed by aviation authorities to ensure the highest standards of safety are maintained.
Further information is expected to be released as the FAA’s investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Stephanie Wade on abc7chicago.com, see more information here.
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