OREANDA-NEWS. CLT is expecting high passenger numbers this holiday season that may likely set a new passenger record. The latest travel figures show a 1.5 percent increase in fliers originating their flight at CLT this Thanksgiving compared to last year.

To accommodate holiday travel demands, CLT is:
* Stationing traffic officers in front of the terminal and along other roadway locations as needed to assist with traffic flow, as well as positioning additional Aviation Department, TSA and airline staff in the lobby to assist customers
* Adding additional Aviation Department staff in the lobby areas to assist passengers
* Placing information officers inside the new Hourly Deck to help navigate drivers and passengers to the terminal  
* Adding more resources to Airport shuttle bus and parking operations

The Airport's busiest travel days are expected to be Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday, November 26, which are historically the busiest travel days of the year. Passenger traffic is expected to peak once again Sunday, November 30 and Monday, December 1 as travelers return home. The latest projections show 152,900 travelers will originate their flight at CLT between Tuesday, November 25 and Monday, December 1.

Roadways are expected to be congested with holiday travel. Parking will be in high demand Monday, November 24 - Monday, December 1. Drivers are encouraged to use the new Hourly Deck for picking up and dropping off passengers. It is free the first hour and within walking distance to the terminal.