A United Airlines flight at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport aborted takeoff after an engine caught fire, forcing 148 passengers and five crew members to evacuate. No injuries were reported, and the FAA temporarily halted arrivals at the airport.
A United Airlines flight bound for Seattle-Tacoma aborted takeoff at Chicago O'Hare after an engine caught fire, halting arrivals temporarily. The plane was safely towed back, and all 148 passengers and five crew members deplaned without injuries. The FAA confirmed the incident and is investigating.
Airport workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport held a strike demanding fair wages as Memorial Day travel began, highlighting their critical role in the airline industry and the financial struggles they face despite their contributions.