Observe + Record + Report
WELCOME TO CHICAGOLAND AIRPORT WATCH
Community watch is important to us and we keep our eyes on the skies as well.
ORD Airport Watch is a member-driven planespotting organization that exists to enhance public safety at Chicagoland airports in partnership with law enforcement through the observation, recording and reporting of suspicious or improper activities, and to support and advance the hobby of planespotting.
Membership
At OAW you’ll enjoy socializing with aviation pros, hobbyists and photographers – more great benefits await you.
OAW Pulls for Special Olympics Illinois
September 26, 2026
Special Olympics Illinois provides year-round sports training, athletic competition, and health programming for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. All proceeds from this event go to this outstanding organization.
Want to help support Special Olympics Illinois?
Our Team will compete with other teams to pull a 48-ton United Airlines 737 aircraft 12 feet as fast as possible. Support us in this effort by making a donation to our team. The process is fast, easy, and secure... and you can be sure that it will benefit a great cause! All proceeds go to Special Olympics Illinois.
Thank you for considering support for this great organization!
