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Old May 24, 2025 | 10:51 am
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why jams on holidays?
When I fly, the planes are usually at least 90% occupied. So how can there be such flying problems on holidays? are they adding extra flights?
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Old May 24, 2025 | 6:22 pm
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Yes. More flights are added during times when higher demand is expected. Aircraft and crew utilization is increased.
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Old May 25, 2025 | 8:09 am
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Probably also an increase in percentage of families traveling compared to business travelers. Children slow everything down.
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Old May 25, 2025 | 11:10 am
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Not necessarily just children.

"What do you mean with my Mascara is a liquid?"
"My lip balm, too?"
"And my eye shade?"
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(Even with TSApre you're unfortunately sometimes still hold up by these discussions if the airport doesn't have a dedicated TSApre lane)
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Old May 28, 2025 | 9:20 pm
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Originally Posted by lotterhansa
Not necessarily just children.

"What do you mean with my Mascara is a liquid?"
"My lip balm, too?"
"And my eye shade?"
...
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(Even with TSApre you're unfortunately sometimes still hold up by these discussions if the airport doesn't have a dedicated TSApre lane)
Sir, you can't bring an engine block through security!
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