U.S. screens record 2.95 million airline passengers in single day
U.S. Air Travel Peaks: Crisis Looming?
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported a record-breaking 2.95 million passengers screened on a single day, aligning with the Memorial Day weekend and the start of the summer travel season. This surge in travel activity comes as major U.S. airlines anticipate a record-breaking summer, expecting to transport 271 million passengers, which is a 6.3% increase from the previous year. Amidst this high demand, the Federal Aviation Administration faces challenges due to a shortage of air traffic controllers, affecting flight schedules and airport congestion.
What is the total number of passengers U.S. airlines are expected to transport this summer, and how does this compare to last year?
U.S. airlines are expected to transport 271 million passengers this summer, which is a 6.3% increase compared to last year.
How does the number of passengers screened on this record-breaking day compare to the previous record set in November?
The record-breaking day saw 2.95 million airline passengers screened by the TSA, which surpasses the previous record set in November of nearly 2.91 million air passengers screened. This indicates an increase in the number of passengers traveling by air during the Memorial Day weekend compared to the Thanksgiving holiday in November.