TSA Marks Six Record-Breaking Days in 2025 with Historic Surge in Air Travel
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has recorded six of its busiest days ever in 2025, with an estimated 18.5 million travelers expected during the Fourth of July holiday week. This unprecedented surge in air travel demonstrates the robust recovery and growth of the aviation industry.
The record-breaking trend began when TSA screened nearly 3.1 million travelers on Sunday, June 22, marking the single busiest day in the agency’s history. Sunday, July 6, is projected to be another peak day with an estimated 2.9 million passengers passing through security checkpoints.
United Airlines expects to transport more than 6 million passengers during the same period—500,000 more than last year.
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), a record 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home around Independence Day, with 5.84 million choosing to fly—a 1.4% increase compared to last year’s already record-setting numbers.
Keith Jeffries, former federal security director at Los Angeles International Airport, noted that the robust travel numbers reflect broader economic strength and continued consumer confidence in air travel.
Source: ABC News