TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$230,589,906
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,885,293,300
410,482
Markets across
40,213
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,340
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 19, 6:59 AM EST
Kalshi
These markets track the volume of passengers processed through U.S. Transportation Security Administration checkpoints on a specific travel day. The outcomes depend on whether the reported passenger count meets or exceeds various thresholds, reflecting expectations about travel demand and security operations for that date.
All markets resolve based on the first published nationwide TSA passenger screening count for October 18, 2026, as reported on the TSA’s Passenger Volumes page. The exact count is used without rounding, and only the initial published figure counts—later corrections or revisions are disregarded. If the official data release for that date is delayed, resolution is postponed until the data becomes available, subject to the contract’s overall expiration and any contingency rules. Each market has a specific numerical threshold; if the published count meets or exceeds that threshold, the market resolves to Yes, otherwise to No.
Currently, it’s difficult to make a direct comparison between the odds offered in this market and traditional analyst forecasts, as there are limited public projections available for passenger screening numbers this far in advance. However, the wisdom of the crowd represented by this market can often provide a more accurate estimate than individual predictions. If pre-event polling data or expert analyses become available, it will be interesting to see how they align with the collective prediction reflected in the price action of this market. The market’s price will dynamically adjust as new information emerges.
This market resolves around Oct 26, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the final passenger screening numbers published by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for October 18, 2026, will determine the outcome. The market will settle based on the official TSA data released after the event date, providing a clear and objective determination of the result. Traders should monitor official TSA announcements for the final figures to understand the market’s resolution.
Several factors could significantly influence this market before it resolves. Major economic shifts, such as a recession or a surge in consumer confidence, could impact travel demand and therefore passenger screening numbers. Significant geopolitical events or global health crises could also lead to changes in travel patterns. Additionally, changes in TSA policies or security protocols, or even major disruptions to air travel like widespread flight cancellations, could move this market. Any news related to the airline industry, travel trends, or overall economic conditions will likely be reflected in the price of contracts.