Airports are usually bustling with people and can be quite chaotic. However, a fortunate passenger recently experienced a stress-free airport journey.
A viral video shared by Brooke Lazaro on TikTok showcased an almost empty airport. The video has gained over 176,000 views since it was posted on May 9th.
Brooke Lazaro, a 24-year-old insurance underwriter from Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, shared her peaceful airport experience where only two flights were operating that day.
According to the Airports Council International, the top ten busiest international airports will include five in the United States by 2023, with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ranked as the busiest.
“The Deadliest Airport Ever”
A caption on the viral video humorously declared Southend Airport as “The Deadest Airport Ever” due to its minimal flight operations.
During the visit, Karen, an airport worker, shared that the airport has been quiet for some time. She expressed hope for increased flight operations in the coming months.
Euromonitor International predicts global tourism spending to surpass $2 trillion in December 2023.
Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, the air travel industry shows signs of recovery. IATA reported an 11% increase in passenger demand in April compared to 2023, with global air travel projected to reach 99.1% of pre-pandemic levels by November 2019.