much as possible. reporter: aaa estimates more than 53 million thanksgiving travelers this year. a 13% increase from 2020 and the highest single-year jump since 2005. even with gas prices averaging $3.41 a gallon over $1 more than last year, the vast majority of americans will be driving to their destinations. with wednesday afternoon expected to hit peak congestion. but friday marked one of the busiest days for passenger traffic at l.a.x. with air travel approaching pre-pandemic levels airport officials say arrive early and be patient. the level of unruly behavior is much higher than i ve ever seen it. unruly passenger needs to get off the airplane. reporter: more than 5,200 incidents reported to the faa this year. they re cracking down with hefty fines. up to $37,000 per violation. don t ruin your travel plans. don t ruin holiday plans,