Crankyflier iconCrankyflierAug 31, 2026

United’s CEO Is Partially Right But Unrealistic About the Dual Chicago Hub

It's a day ending in "y" so nobody should be surprised that United CEO Scott Kirby is making news once again. This time, he's talking about how American de-hubbing O'Hare would actually be great news for the people of Chicagoland.

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It's a day ending in "y" so nobody should be surprised that United CEO Scott Kirby is making news once again.

This time, he's talking about how American de-hubbing O'Hare would actually be great news for the people of Chicagoland.

It may sound crazy, but he's right… as long as you count "great news" to...

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It's a day ending in "y" so nobody should be surprised that United CEO Scott Kirby is making news once again. This time, he's talking about how American de-hubbing O'Hare would actually be great news for the people of Chicagoland. It may sound crazy, but he's right… as long as you count "great news" to...

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