What to Do If an Airline Loses Your Luggage

As aviation technology improves, airlines improve. For baggage.

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The Department of Transportation claimed in 2017 that less than 0.03% of passengers have mishandled baggage, the lowest rate since 1987.

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Some unfortunate passengers must go through extra hoops to get their belongings after a journey.

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Tell the airline immediately if a suitcase doesn't show up at the baggage claim. Check your phone for luggage photos to show airport staff.

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Before taking off, know a bag's brand, size, and color. The airlines will utilize this information to find luggage.Travelers should keep their claim

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check (typically a sticker on the back of a boarding pass) in case a suitcase must be identified.

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Richie Copelovitch of iFLY Luggage advises keeping in touch with your airline until you find your misplaced bag.

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Don't be overlooked. Be polite "Travel + Leisure quoted Copelovitch. They don't care that you won't have clothes for Aunt Millie's wedding,

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Enquire about airline lost luggage policies for compensation. Airline clothing allowances may be requested for bags missing for longer than 24 hours.

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