American Airlines flight from Miami lands in Chicago with two flat tires
An American Airlines flight from Miami landed at Chicago's O'Hare Airport with two flat tires.
The FAA said the American Airlines flight 791, a Boeing 737, landed safely at O'Hare Airport at 10:30 p.m. and crew members reported a flat main landing gear tire. The Boeing 737 departed from Miami International Airport.
American Airlines said the tire issue occurred while the plane was taxiing to the gate. Officials released the following statement: "After landing normally in Chicago (ORD), American Airlines flight 791 experienced a tire issue while taxing to the gate."
Passengers told CBS News Chicago they had to wait almost two hours to get off the plane. The FAA said passengers were bused to the terminal.
Video from the runway at O'Hare Airport overnight shows a large response with dozens of emergency crews.
Chicago police said no injuries were reported.
American Airlines confirmed that the aircraft was taken out of service for inspection.
CBS News Chicago has reached out to American Airlines for more information.
The FAA is investigating.