TSA Expects Busy Fourth of July Holiday
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has revealed that it expects to screen over 18.5 million travelers at the nation’s airport security checkpoints during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday.
This year’s projection includes travel from Tuesday, July 1, through Monday, July 7. The highest passenger volume of approximately 2.9 million is expected on Sunday, July 6.
TSA screened nearly 3.1 million travelers on Sunday, June 22, the busiest single day in the agency’s history so far.
“TSA continues to work closely with our industry partners and ensure our airport security checkpoints are fully staffed and prepared to handle the heavy rush of traffic,” said TSA Acting Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill. “We are deploying technologies and procedures to improve security and enhance the passenger experience, including for families. We ask travelers to pack their patience, especially during peak travel days, as we work to provide maximum hospitality to our customers.”
It’s always helpful to have TSA PreCheck or CLEAR when flying, as those services get you quickly through long lines, especially at larger airport. You can often get them for free through several credit cards.
TSA is also reminding passengers to bring their REAL IDs or other acceptable forms of IDs to the checkpoint. Since implementing REAL ID on May 7, nearly 94% of passengers are presenting a REAL ID or another acceptable form of ID, such as a passport. You can find a full list of acceptable IDs here.
For more information on preparing for airport security screening, you can visit TSA.gov.