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The TSA of the USA reported that they recorded a new record on 26 last November after having inspected almost 3 million passengers in a single day.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) of the USA reported that last Sunday 26 November 2023 a record number of passengers was registered at the country's airports. Total, were reviewed at 2,884,783 million travelers, surpassing the previous record set on 22 July 2022.
Record number of passengers in the United States
This increase in air traffic is due to the Thanksgiving season and the arrival of Christmas time, which begins in December and extends until January. Passengers prepare to travel to their vacation destinations, which generates an increase in the demand for flights that the 26 last November there were a total of 51,332 operations.
TSA expects air traffic to continue increasing in the coming weeks. It is expected that next Monday 4 December a new passenger record is recorded, more than 3 millions of people reviewed.
The passenger record of the 26 November was recorded prior to a business day, suggesting that air traffic will continue to increase in the coming weeks. The peak of the Christmas season is expected to be recorded between 22 and the 26 from December.
This increase in air traffic is also causing problems at some airports in the USA. In some cases, There have been flight delays and long lines at security checkpoints.
Sunday's record passenger numbers came despite problems with delays and cancellations that have plagued air travel in recent months. (although delays and cancellations were lower compared to other years). The TSA said there was an average delay of 56 minutes on domestic and international flights 1 hour and 13 minutes on international flights.
For instance, American Airlines reported that historically between 16 and 24 November did not cancel a single flight on its main route network and carried more than 6.5 million passengers.
The country's busiest airports were Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, O'Hare International Airport Chicago and the International Airport of The Angels.
Tips for traveling during the Christmas season and New Year's Eve
If you plan to travel this Christmas season, Here are some tips to make your trip smoother:
- Book your flight and accommodation in advance, especially if you are traveling to a popular destination.
- Arrive at the airport with plenty of time to clear security and check-in.
- Carry essential documents with you, like your passport, visa and boarding pass.
- If you travel with luggage, make sure it is properly labeled and packaged.
- If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to consult with a TSA agent.
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