Charlotte Douglas International Airport welcomed more than 58 million arriving and departing passengers in 2024. Aircraft operations had a double-digit rise in 2024, according to Charlotte Douglas. Movements grew 11%, reaching 596,583 arrivals and departures. That’s up from 539,066 the previous year.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport shared its staggering passenger count from 2024 on Thursday, which shattered its previous record set in 2023. On Thursday, Feb. 6, airport officials announced that 2024 welcomed 58.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport set a record in 2024 with 58.8 million passengers arriving and departing -- a 10% increase from the previous record of 53.4 million from 2023. This marks the fifth time in eight years that CLT has set a new passenger record.

An employee working at Charlotte Douglas International Airport was struck and killed by a ramp vehicle while on the tarmac Monday, authorities said.

Nearly 100 workers will be affected as cargo company Air General Inc. winds down operations in a facility at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Nearly 100 workers will be affected when cargo-handling company Air General Inc.

"This is a true sign of recovery and growth," said Kimberly Becker, president and CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. "Each year following the pandemic, the numbers of travelers recorded at our airport has increased.