United Airlines has announced a 15% increase in bookings for the Thanksgiving holiday period, signaling a strong rebound in travel confidence. This surge in passenger numbers follows the conclusion of a recent government shutdown which had previously impacted air travel. Jonna McGrath, a vice president at the airline's Denver hub, stated that the uptick indicates travelers feel reassured about their upcoming trips. The airline is preparing for what it calls its 'Super Bowl week,' with plans to operate approximately 545 flights daily to accommodate over 50,000 passengers each day during the Thanksgiving travel window. No significant market reaction or analysis was available in the immediate reports of this announcement.