Despite recent storms causing delays and cancellations in the Washington, D.C. region, this Labor Day weekend is expected to break records for airline travel. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates screening over 17 million airline passengers nationwide from August 29 to September 4, with August 30 projected to be the peak travel day with 2.86 million people expected to be screened.
Despite the recent weather-related disruptions, airlines are reporting record-breaking numbers for this holiday weekend. American Airlines expects this to be its largest Labor Day weekend ever, with a 14% increase in passenger volumes from last year. United Airlines is also reporting a record-breaking weekend, with over 2.9 million passengers booked systemwide between August 29 and September 3.
Travelers at Dulles International Airport are trying to make up for lost time after experiencing delays and cancellations. The TSA is urging passengers to help streamline the screening process by avoiding prohibited items in carry-ons, ensuring they have the appropriate IDs, and arriving early.
Overall, despite the challenges posed by recent storms, the airline industry is anticipating a busy and successful Labor Day weekend with record-breaking numbers expected for travel in the Washington, D.C. region.
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