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The number of travelers flying to their destinations during Memorial Day weekend set a pandemic-era record, according to federal data. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened 2.74 million people on Friday, the highest number since Thanksgiving weekend in 2019. The agency said it screened 9.8 million people over the four-day weekend, about 300,000 more than the same period in 2019.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), meanwhile, said Thursday’s 54,684 flights were the most on a single day since the beginning of the pandemic.

Airlines are under pressure to deliver a smooth season after a bumpy pandemic recovery marked by high rates of delayed and canceled flights. The TSA and FAA figures are an early sign of strong travel demand as summer arrives and an indication that the system is ready for heavy volumes of passengers, with few disruptions reported in recent days.

The record-breaking travel numbers are a welcome sign for the travel industry, which has been hit hard by the pandemic. Airlines, hotels, and other travel-related businesses are hoping that the strong demand will continue throughout the summer.

However, there are some concerns that the surge in travel could lead to delays and cancellations. The FAA has warned that it is facing staffing shortages that could impact air traffic control. Airlines have also said that they are struggling to find enough pilots and flight attendants to meet the demand.

Despite these concerns, the early signs are positive for the summer travel season. The record-breaking number of flights during Memorial Day weekend is a good indication that there is strong demand for travel. Airlines and other travel-related businesses are hoping that the demand will continue throughout the summer.

06/Jun/2023 03:42:08

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