FAA issues final scheduling limitations order at Chicago O'Hare for Summer 2026

On April 16, 2026, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final order establishing scheduling limits at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) for the Summer 2026 scheduling season, concluding the 49 U.S.C. § 41722 proceedings initiated on March 3, 2026. Signed by FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, the final order caps daily operations at ORD at 2,708 between 6:00am and 11:59pm CT, effective May 17, 2026 through October 24, 2026. Per-carrier allocations, issued directly by the FAA... By: DLA Piper