Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport officials urge residents to prepare for a busy Fourth of July travel weekend.
Thursday is expected to be the busiest travel day for MSY as many people fly out for the July 4 holiday and several others arrive for Essence Fest.
AAA expects a record 72 million people will travel for the holiday weekend, with 61 million expected to drive and about 5 million to fly.
For those hitting the roadways, the average price to fill up a tank in Louisiana is $2.78.
The Transportation Security Administration and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) officials offered tips to improve people’s flying experience and reduce stress:
- Plan out a parking location early.
- Empty your pockets before security screening.
- Leave prohibited items at home to avoid delays.
- Have a valid ID ready for security checks.
- Remember 3-1-1 rules for liquids: Liquids must be in containers of 3.4 ounces or less, all containers must fit in a one-quart clear plastic bag, and each passenger is allowed one bag.
- Put phones in a carry-on to speed up the security process.
Another valuable tool is the AskTSA social media handles. Questions from travelers are answered in real time, even before leaving home.
To track your flight status, click here.
To track available parking spots, click here.
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