Record Thanksgiving Travel Expected: FAA and AAA Forecasts
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9 connectionsΒ·15 entities in this videoβThanksgiving Travel Surge
- βοΈ The Thanksgiving travel period officially begins today, with projections indicating the busiest season in 15 years.
- π AAA forecasts nearly 82 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home, surpassing last year's record.
- π The FAA anticipates today will have the most flights of the holiday period.
Transportation Breakdown
- π Approximately 90% of travelers are expected to drive, while about 6 million will fly.
- π Less than half of travelers will opt for other forms of transportation.
Potential Disruptions and Concerns
- β οΈ Thanksgiving week and Christmas week typically see higher disruption rates for air travel.
- π An air traffic control frequency issue caused a ground stop in Dallas yesterday.
- β½ A pipeline leak near Seattle is limiting jet fuel supplies, causing significant delays and reroutes for some flights.
- π° Disagreement exists on driver numbers, with Gas Buddy forecasting a decline due to economic concerns, while AAA projects an increase, suggesting some flyers might drive instead due to flight disruption worries.
Passenger Conduct Advice
- π The transportation secretary suggests passengers consider dressing nicer to potentially foster a more pleasant travel experience.
- π« He advises against wearing slippers and pajamas to the airport.
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