LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The FAA predicts this week will be the busiest airports have seen for Thanksgiving in 15 years.

Tuesday, Nov. 25 is expected to be the peak travel day, with more than 52,000 passengers across the country taking to the skies. The FAA forecasts Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday will see the heaviest air traffic during the holiday week.

Blue Grass Airport expects about 2,500 people will be departing on the Tuesday, a large number for just one day at the airport.

"For folks looking to travel this weekend for Thanksgiving it's a festive and fun time a year to hit the road and get on some planes to visit your loved ones," said Blue Grass Airport's Community Relations Manager Lauren Simmerman.

Airport officials recommend travelers stay patient and expect larger crowds th

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