United asks pilots to take unpaid leave amid Boeing shipment delays
United Airlines wants pilots to volunteer for unpaid leave, citing delays in receiving planes from Boeing.
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United Airlines wants pilots to volunteer for unpaid leave, citing delays in receiving planes from Boeing.
This comes in response to a series of concerning incidents involving United aircraft over the last month.
CEO Scott Kirby said the airline was already planning an extra day of training for pilots starting in May and changes in training curriculum for newly hired mechanics.
As problems continue to mount for Boeing's 737 Max program, United Airlines is backing away from some of their orders for the aircraft. Meantime, a new FAA audit found dozens of issues in Boeing's manufacturing process.
John Barnett worked at Boeing for 32 years and has raised flags about multiple concerns at the airline manufacturer.
Flight 2137 on Airbus 320 was heading to Salt Lake City International Airport when a possible oil warning light issue happened, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
Flight 2137 on Airbus 320 was heading to Salt Lake City International Airport when a possible oil warning light issue happened, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
The plane made a safe emergency landing in Los Angeles.
A flight traveling to Los Angeles International Airport was diverted to Chicago after a bomb threat Wednesday morning. United Flight 1533, with 202 passengers, took off from Newark Liberty International Airport at 6:05 a.m. and landed at O'Hare Airport at 7:44 a.m. Chicago time.
This is the first flight since a side panel blew out of an Alaska Airlines plane midflight earlier this month.
The aircraft is back in service after an accident during an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this month.
This is the first flight since a side panel blew out of an Alaska Airlines plane midflight earlier this month.
The CEO of United Airlines is frustrated about ongoing manufacturing problems at Boeing, and his airline will consider alternatives to buying a future, larger version of the Boeing 737 Max.
With the Max 9 grounded, Alaska has canceled more than 1000 flights including during the upcoming holiday weekend, and 807 more so far at United. Investigators are focusing on bolts holding that door panel in place - bolts so far they cannot find.
The plane was coming from Sarasota when it had to land in Tampa Wednesday afternoon.
After a door plug flew off an Alaska Airlines flight just 10 minutes after takeoff, all Boeing 737 Max 9s are grounded until they can be inspected.
After a door plug flew off an Alaska Airlines flight just 10 minutes after takeoff, all Boeing 737 Max 9s are grounded until they can be inspected.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy said that "we are very, very fortunate" no one happened to be seated in the two adjoining seats to the blown-out door.
Right now Chicago-based United has 79 of the 737 Max 9 planes.
Right now Chicago-based United has 79 of the 737 Max 9 planes.
Delta, United and American airlines have all temporarily suspended flights to and from the Ben Gurion International Airport.
The FAA confirmed the ground stop had been lifted as of around 12:50 p.m. Central Time, after being in place for more than an hour.
According to United, the flight experienced the issue shortly before takeoff.
We have reached out to United for more information.
We have reached out to United for more information.
The Wilmette Police Department issued an alert on Tuesday in the search for the teen, only identified as 13-year-old Jacob. His last name was not released.
For the first time, Instituto Del Progreso Latino in Pilsen is offering the pantry twice a week, as demand is expected to grow with the impending pause on SNAP benefits.
A local soup kitchen delivered hundreds of meals to O'Hare TSA employees on Tuesday to feed those who are working and not getting paid.
Melissa Quinones traveled to Montego Bay, Jamaica, for a friend's birthday celebration, but is now stranded after Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Tuesday.
A semi-trailer truck driver was electrocuted in an incident on a farm in McHenry County, Illinois this week.
Iowa Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra on Tuesday confirmed that he is running for governor after a monthslong exploratory campaign in which he amassed support and raised money for an open election in a high-stakes midterm year.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
Tylenol maker Kenvue said Texas' claims "lack legal merit and scientific support" and vowed to defend itself in litigation.
The U.S. on Monday struck four more vessels that the Pentagon says were trafficking narcotics in the eastern Pacific Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.
The Food and Drug Administration is warning about additional cookware brands that could be leaching lead into your food.
Walgreens said it will close its office space in Chicago's Old Post Office building.
Insurance companies are increasingly using drones and aerial surveillance to snap photos of home, then reviewed by AI, to inform underwriting. That can cause mistakes, like the one that affected a homeowner in Kane County, Illinois.
Beginning Monday, homeowners in Cook County can apply for a chunk of $15 million as part of a property tax relief program.
Marilyn Hagerty, the North Dakota newspaper columnist whose earnest review of her local Olive Garden became a social media sensation, has died.
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital this week launched a new advanced leukemia program.
The Pink and Pearl Campaign held at Rush University Medical Center is designed to push a powerful message: that early detection for breast and lung cancer saves lives.
Doctors at Northwestern Memorial Hospital are the first in Illinois to offer a new treatment for atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that often strikes firefighters.
Three prominent Chicago hospitals are joining forces in the fight against breast cancer, through new clinical trials involving two drugs.
Doctors at UChicago Medicine saved the life of a 2-year-old boy who suffered a catastrophic spinal injury that is typically not survived.
Chicago's Latino-owned breweries combine their culture with craft beer for a unique take. This Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS News Chicago visited a couple of them.
The Central Area Plan 2045 seeks to transform and invest in the downtown area.
The grocery store chain came to an agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to make the payout.
American Science & Surplus has also closed its warehouse and its online sales.
The CRSP was created at what is now the U of C's Booth School of Business more than 65 years ago.
Longtime Rogers Park resident Chad Willetts, a pianist and drummer, died suddenly on Friday, Oct. 17.
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
Frehley was recovering from a "minor fall" that forced him to cancel a scheduled performance in late September, his tour manager had said.
Angel Reese has taken her talents from the basketball court to the fashion runway.
"One Golden Summer" premieres at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Ave., and director Kevin Shaw will be in attendance.
Police said he was Last seen on foot near his home in the area of the 1400 block of Wilmette Avenue around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The mayor of Broadview recently signed an order limiting protests to select zones. She also implemented a 6 p.m. curfew on demonstrations.
Grayson's attorneys during the trial called Massey the aggressor and accused her of escalating the encounter, leaving the former deputy with no other options.
Big smiles from Joselin Nevarez as the first grader returned to Peck Elementary School on the Southwest Side. Cheering teachers and classmates lined the hallways to greet the young heart transplant recipient.
Police say they were taken from the zoo between 10 a.m., Oct. 11, and 10 a.m., Oct. 12. Both tortoises are microchipped.
Jurors began deliberating in the murder trial for former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson, in the shooting death of Sonya Massey.
Melissa Quinones traveled to Montego Bay, Jamaica, for a friend's birthday celebration, but is now stranded after Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Tuesday.
The Wilmette Police Department issued an alert on Tuesday in the search for the teen, only identified as 13-year-old Jacob. His last name was not released.
A federal judge in Chicago ordered CBP Cmdr. Gregory Bovino to meet with her daily after numerous alleged violations of a use of force restraining order.
For the first time, Instituto Del Progreso Latino in Pilsen is offering the pantry twice a week, as demand is expected to grow with the impending pause on SNAP benefits.
Families said a rat infestation is plaguing their Jefferson Park neighborhood, and they want to know why the city isn't doing more to help. They've even resorted to trapping the rats themselves.
A deadly crash last week has reignited concerns about a dangerous intersection at Illinois Route 50 and County Line Road, between Peotone and Manteno in Chicago's far south suburbs.
A woman who was punched in the head in a random attack in Chicago five months ago – one of several women who are victims of similar attacks – is coming forward in hopes of preventing more assaults.
Crime is lower than when the Trump Tower was being built, but the President keeps talking about crime being "though the roof."
This week is a critical week for domestic violence survivors. Elected leaders in Chicago and Cook County are hashing out how much money to spend on key services like legal help and housing as they weigh next year's city and county budgets.
Eight Chicago players, including all five starters, reached double figures in scoring.
The Griffins' four-star QB and USC recruit Jonas Williams is hoping to cap off his record-setting career with a championship
The Blackhawks dropped to 4-3-2. They had won two in a row and had a five-game points streak.
Jesús Bueno scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout as the top-seeded Union beat the Fire in a best-of-three first-round opener of the MLS Cup playoffs.
Derrick Henry ran for two touchdowns, Tyler Huntley made a big third-down throw late in the fourth quarter and the Ravens beat the Chicago Bears 30-16 on Sunday.
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
At 6 p.m. Monday, the teen was attacked in the alley behind the 2700 block of West Glenlake Avenue in West Ridge, or West Rogers Park.
Jurors began deliberating late Tuesday morning in the murder trial for former Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson, in the shooting death of Sonya Massey.
A suspect was in custody after firing a shot at Chicago police while fleeing officers during a car chase Monday afternoon on the North Side.
Burglars made off with ATMs after breaking into businesses in Chicago's Logan Square and Rogers Park neighborhoods early Monday morning.
