Instructions for storing luggage when flying

Understanding airline rules is important for passengers to protect their rights in the event of an incident.

Things to know to store luggage when flying

Any passenger when traveling also wants his trip smoothly.Losing lost or lost luggage always breaks your joy. Learn, abide by the law as well as prevent incidents in advance so that there are no unfortunate situations.

Read carefully the terms of baggage weight limits

Pay attention to check the number of suitcases and bags one can carry on the plane.Use ultra-light suitcases to carry more items.

If you suspect that your baggage is too heavy , you should check the weight of all carry-on items before going to the airport weight gate.

Gel, creams, toothpaste and other liquids in hand luggage should be stored in small bottles of no more than 100 ml or plastic bags with a size of 20x20 cm .

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The more expensive and eye-catching suitcase Vali becomes, the easier it is for the bad guys.

Choose suitable suitcase

The expensive, specially designed and eye-catching suitcases are easy to lose and attract more thieves. Size is also an important factor. A large suitcase will not fit into a trunk of a taxi or a car, if it is too small, it will make you not fit enough.

The 4-wheel-pull suitcase will help you move more easily if the baggage is bulky, especially they can change direction flexibly. The handle of the suitcase needs to be sufficiently long to pull and turn on instead of pulling it out. Avoid using suitcase zippers to limit dragging luggage all the way.

The suitcase has a hard stiffness around which may represent a significant portion of the total luggage volume. However, this kind of suitcase helps protect the furniture from shock and theft. A soft padded suitcase will keep the shape longer and more convenient in narrow storage.

Luggage storage

No gifts are included in checked baggage. Because if the suitcase is checked by security personnel, the gifts may be peeled off the wrapping paper.

Never place precious items in checked baggage and always lock the suitcase carefully before boarding the plane. Information cards outside the luggage can easily slip and tear. To be more careful, you should attach a card to the inside of your suitcase with your flight and destination information.

If you are traveling with two or more companions, each person's belongings should be leveled into each suitcase . In case of lost luggage, all items still have personal belongings to use. Arrive at the airport to make procedures on time to avoid baggage and people not on the same flight.

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Do not bring loose furniture on the road.A suitcase with a length of about 66 cm and volume expansion is enough for a 2-week trip.

Handle when luggage is lost

If you can't find your luggage when the conveyor belt has stopped, you need to check your suitcases right away and have no recipients, as it is possible that someone has taken the wrong item.

In case of lost luggage, even if the airline notifies you that the item has been transferred to the next flight, you should fill out the Property Problem Abuse Report (PIR) form before leaving the airport.

This procedure usually requires the following documents : Copy of passport or identification card; Copy of bank statement, money transfer code SWIFT / BCB / IBN (for international transactions); Authorization documents for third party accounts (if any); Copy of passport or third party ID card (if any).

Learn thoroughly about lost, slow, or damaged baggage claim terms in the " Baggage Information " section of each airline's website.

One of the effective ways to get compensated for lost or damaged luggage is to seek help from travel insurance. However, you also need to read the rules carefully to make sure they will compensate, otherwise you still need to file a PIR.