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Daytona Beach Airport sets new passenger record after Daytona 500

NASCAR Daytona 500 Auto Racing during the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/David Graham) (David Graham/AP)

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Daytona Beach International Airport reached a milestone on Monday, just a day after the exciting Daytona 500 race.

The airport welcomed over 3,500 travelers through Transportation Security Administration checkpoints throughout the day, creating a lively, bustling atmosphere.

Airport officials praised the staff for their careful preparation, which helped handle the record-breaking number of travelers smoothly.

The airport reports that even with the busy crowds, passengers only waited about 14 minutes at security, making the experience more comfortable for everyone.

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