8 reasons why your luggage is constantly lost

When it comes to flights, people tend to worry about two things — how not to miss an airplane and how not to lose their luggage. And if the first one is still more dependent on the person himself, then the human factor often plays a role in the safety of baggage. According to the SITA consultant (specialists in the field of air transport communications and IT solutions), in 2014 airlines lost almost 22 million passengers, which is 0.06% per 1000 customers, which is a very good indicator. Be that as it may, the suitcases are still lost. And here are 8 reasons why this happens, as well as tips on how not to become a victim of such an unfortunate accident.

You arrive at the airport too late.

Despite the fact that people like to blame the airline for losing baggage, the passenger is often to blame for the delayed arrival at the airport. According to pilot Todd Simono of American Eagle, the crew has a very strict schedule, and during the downtime, crew members do not receive a salary, so they do not want and are not required to wait for a flight longer than necessary. “Many airlines don’t pay pilots until the airplane door closes and it takes off,” says Simono. That is why pilots certainly will not wait until the presence of all baggage on board the aircraft is checked and confirmed. Therefore, it is quite obvious that if you catch your flight at the last minute, then your luggage will most likely not get on the plane. The airline has the right to refuse to check baggage in case of lack of time or check suitcases, but send them on the next scheduled flight to their destination.

Your luggage is too bulky or heavy

Remember that a few large suitcases and a small plane (for example, making long-distance flights) are not the best combination. Such baggage can be left on the next flight in the hope that there will be more space.

Your travel plan has changed

Weather, technical problems and much more can cause a change in flight, plane and even airline. In this case, as a rule, there is an acute shortage of time and attention to detail, which can lead to loss of luggage. Make sure that airline baggage tags are correct and properly secured, and that all data is entered correctly.

You fly with several airlines

If your route involves using the services of several airlines, make sure that they are connected properly and that they can deliver your luggage to their destination without errors. Always keep and check the stickers for the suitcases that the agent will hand you. It doesn’t hurt to take a few photos of your luggage on your mobile to be able to show pictures to employees who will look for your bags in case of loss.

Your luggage is in poor condition

Do not spare money for quality suitcases and bags, especially if you travel a lot. If luggage falls apart on a luggage trolley or during loading onto an airplane, this is not the fault of the airline.

You forgot to ask the weather

A plane can fly in the rain and even in a minor snowstorm. But a thunderstorm with lightning will not only prevent the plane from flying up, but also stop the crew’s ground work. The weather may cause there simply to be no time left for loading luggage.

Are you dangerous ... or at least they will think of you so

If the airport security service sees a suitcase that guarded them, they will pick it up, inspect and sort through the contents until they clarify the situation for themselves. In this case, the probability that he will be able to get on board the aircraft on time is quite small.

You deal with people

There is one factor in travel (other than the weather) over which you have no control - these are the actions of other people. Even in the era of computers and barcodes, a person can throw a bag in the wrong heap or load a suitcase aboard the wrong plane. In most cases, lost baggage is returned to the owner within 24 hours of arrival. According to the rules of the Department of Transport, all expenses for the search and delivery of suitcases are borne by the airline. However, if you have documents proving that you need to receive something from your lost baggage immediately, you can claim compensation in the amount of $ 3,300.