US Airports Record Busiest Day Ever for Air Travel

Despite high volumes, travel was smooth with fewer than 0.5% of flights cancelled, signaling a recovery of the industry from the pandemic.

US airports saw a record-breaking 2.9 million passengers on Sunday, November 26, marking the busiest day ever for air travel.
Despite the high volume, travel was relatively smooth with fewer than 0.5% of flights cancelled.
American Airlines reported nearly 6.5 million customers over the Thanksgiving period, a record for the holiday, with fewer cancellations than any other Thanksgiving period in its history.
United Airlines also reported record highs, with 3.2 million travelers from November 17 to 23.
The surge in travel numbers suggests that the industry has officially recovered from the pandemic.