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Accident quick facts
| Accident date | 2026-08-17 |
|---|---|
| Local time | 14:00 |
| Location | Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Illinois |
| Aircraft | Boeing 737-800 |
| Operator | United Airlines |
| Flight origin | LaGuardia Airport, New York |
| Destination | Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Illinois |
| Reported injuries | 0 |
| Report status | Investigation Ongoing |
What happened
On August 17, 2026, United Airlines Flight 386, operated by a Boeing 737-800, landed safely at Chicago O’Hare International Airport at approximately 2 p.m. local time. After landing, the crew reported two blown tires.
Aircraft and flight information
The Boeing 737-800 departed from LaGuardia Airport in New York and was scheduled to land at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. The tail number has not been disclosed.
Emergency response
Passengers deplaned using stairs and were transported by bus to the terminal. There were no reported injuries.
Investigation status
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed it will investigate the tire failure incident. No further details have been released.
What officials and reports have confirmed
- United Airlines Boeing 737-800 experienced two blown tires after landing at Chicago O'Hare on August 17, 2026. [1]
- The flight originated from LaGuardia Airport and landed safely at Chicago O'Hare. [1]
- Passengers deplaned via stairs and were bused to the terminal with no injuries reported. [1]
- The FAA is investigating the incident. [1]
Accident and investigation timeline
- 2026-08-17 14:00 local: United Airlines Boeing 737-800 landed safely at Chicago O'Hare with two blown tires reported [1]
What remains unknown
- Exact tail number of the aircraft
- Cause of the tire failures
Investigating agencies: FAA.
