2025 Ushers in a Historic Surge in US Air Travel
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has reported a record-breaking surge in air travel in 2025. The year has already marked six of the top 10 busiest days in the history of TSA, with air travel reaching unprecedented levels.
The record-breaking trend began in June when TSA screened nearly 3.1 million travelers on June 22, marking the single busiest day ever recorded. Two additional days in late June – June 27 and June 29 – also ranked among the top 10 busiest days, pushing 2025 to claim six historic spots.
This surge shows no signs of slowing, with TSA expecting to screen 18.5 million travelers during the July 4th holiday period. Sunday, July 6, is projected to be the busiest day with an estimated 2.9 million passengers passing through security checkpoints.
- Major airlines are preparing for the surge, with American Airlines planning its largest-ever July 4th operation across 71,000 flights.
- United Airlines expects to transport over 6 million passengers.
The historic boom in air travel reflects strong consumer confidence and the continued recovery of the aviation industry.