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O'Hare Cuts Flights, Airline Super Merger, and Nightmare Chicago Blunt Rotation
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- City Cast Chicago
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- Apr 20, 2026
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Summary
Earlier this year, both United and American announced a record number of summer flights. Now, as we approach some of the busiest travel months of the year, the FAA has scaled back the number of daily flights going out of O’Hare. We are joined by executive producer Simone Alicea and contributor Leigh Giangreco to break down the details. Could a major airline merger be on the horizon? Also, who would be in your nightmare Chicago blunt rotation? Good News: Earth Day Community Kick-off, Earth Day Clothing Swap, Earth Day Clean Up Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, April 20 episode: Enjoy Illinois ComEd Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE