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United Airlines 737s Clip Wings at O’Hare
Two United Airlines 737s clipped wings while taxiing at Chicago O’Hare on October 19, 2025, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation.
The incident at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) involved two Boeing 737 aircraft operated by United Airlines (IATA: UA, ICAO: UAL). The event occurred during ground operations on October 19, 2025; there were no passenger injuries and both jets sustained only minor damage to their wingtips.
United Airlines confirmed that all passengers were deplaned and rebooked on other flights, and the airline is cooperating with the FAA probe. Airport ground teams inspected the aircraft and cleared the scene without major disruption to overall operations at ORD.
What we know about the United Airlines 737 incident
The FAA — the Federal Aviation Administration — is investigating to determine how two taxiing Boeing 737s made contact. Early reports indicate the collision happened at low speed while both aircraft were moving on a taxiway. United and airport officials say standard safety procedures were followed and that the damage was classified as minor.
- Date: October 19, 2025
- Location: Chicago O’Hare International Airport, ORD
- Operator: United Airlines (IATA: UA, ICAO: UAL)
- Aircraft: Boeing 737 (two aircraft)
- Outcome: No injuries; minor damage; passengers deplaned and rebooked
- Investigation: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) probe ongoing
Incidents like this underscore persistent concerns about ramp and taxiway safety at busy U.S. hubs as traffic levels rise. While this event did not cause injuries or major damage, regulators typically review ramp procedures, ground vehicle coordination, and pilot/ground-crew communications to prevent repeats.
