US screens record-setting 2.99 million air passengers in single day
How many passengers did the TSA screen on the record-setting day?
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened a record-setting 2.99 million air passengers on Sunday, marking the highest number of passengers screened in a single day. This surpasses the previous record of 2.95 million set in late May. The TSA anticipates screening over 32 million travelers during the 2024 Independence Day travel period and expects to screen more than 3 million people on Friday, which would be the busiest day during the holiday period4.
What is the projected number of travelers for the 2024 Independence Day period?
AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the 2024 Independence Day holiday travel period, which is a 5% increase compared to 2023 and an 8% increase over 2019. This record-breaking number is due to more Americans taking extended trips around Independence Day, with the flexibility of remote work contributing to the trend5.
What is the expected busiest day of travel during the upcoming holiday period?
The expected busiest day of travel during the upcoming holiday period is Friday, as the TSA anticipates screening more than 3 million passengers for the first time on that day5.