MORE THAN 60,000 ITEMS LOST IN UK AIRPORTS IN LAST YEAR
With people chasing the last of warmer temperatures, holiday-makers are being urged to keep an eye on their belongings. New data found that more than 60,000 items were turned into lost and found hubs in UK airports. That’s according to new data obtained by Confused.com from Luggage Point, which manages lost and found items in a number of UK airports. The new data shows that a total of 62,897 items were ...
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Ontario International Airport had busiest September ever, smashing record from 2005
Ontario International Airport [1] (ONT) welcomed more than 600,000 travelers last month, the busiest September in its history, officials announced. The Southern California gateway reported 606,015 travelers in September, a 9% increase compared with the same month in 2023. The total included 575,513 domestic passengers and 30,502 international customers. The number of domestic travelers was 10.7% higher than last year while the international count was 15.7% lower. The ...
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Simple luggage mistake likely to cause suitcase to be lost in transit ‘for months’
The excitement of reaching your holiday spot can quickly turn sour if you find yourself at the baggage reclaim [1]with no sign of your luggage. Reddit has become a hub for sharing tales of woe about lost or misdirected bags, with many travellers recounting their own luggage nightmares. One user on the platform recounted their luggage troubles, saying it's happened to them "twice". They shared: "Once it was delayed two days ...
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American Airlines: Woman sues airline over burns to ‘genital area’ after flight hits turbulence causing hot coffee to ‘fall into lap’
A passenger on board an American Airlines flight is suing the carrier over claims her genitalia was badly burned. Gina Mason, 68, was flying home from Baltimore to Detroit on February 11 when the captain came over the PA system and asked everyone in the cabin to take their seats due to bumpy air up ahead, according to a lawsuit filed August 13 in Wayne County, Michigan Circuit Court and removed ...
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FAA awards Tampa International Airport more than $5 million in grants
Tampa International Airport is receiving more than $5 million in infrastructure grants from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). AIP grants fund airport projects such as runways, taxiways, lighting, markings, signage and more to strengthen U.S. aviation infrastructure. The federal grants pay a portion of eligible airport projects each year and are funded by taxes on airplane tickets and aviation fuel and other fees. TPA is receiving $2.1 million to ...
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Liam’s Encounter with Dublin Airport Lost Property
It was a typical rainy afternoon in Dublin when Liam O’Reilly arrived at Dublin Airport. He was on his way to visit his sister in London, a trip he had been eagerly anticipating for months. The hustle and bustle of the airport, with its announcements and crowds, was both exhilarating and overwhelming. However, amidst the excitement, Liam was about to face an unexpected challenge involving Dublin Airport lost property [1]. Liam ...
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A Journey of Recovery: Sarah’s Experience with RyanAir Lost Property
It was a breezy morning in Dublin, and Sarah O'Connell was filled with excitement. She was flying to Barcelona for a much-needed vacation. As she boarded the Ryanair flight, her mind was abuzz with thoughts of tapas, Gaudí's architecture, and sun-soaked beaches. Little did she know, the journey would soon involve an unexpected adventure with Ryanair lost property. Sarah had meticulously packed her carry-on with all essentials, including a brand-new digital ...
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No compensation after B.C. man says WestJet failed to deliver luggage to London
A traveller who accused WestJet of failing to deliver his luggage during a weeks-long trip from Canada to the U.K. is not entitled to compensation, B.C.'s small claims tribunal has ruled. That's because Keagan O'Donoghue missed a three-week deadline to file an official complaint in writing, as required under the Montreal Convention, an international treaty establishing airline liability for everything from flight delays to deaths. The cautionary tale is outlined in a ...
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Lost Luggage Troubles? How United Airlines Works to Solve the Issue
United Airlines is committed to addressing lost luggage troubles efficiently and ensuring a positive resolution for affected passengers. Here’s a detailed look at how United Airlines works to solve the issue of lost luggage: Prompt Reporting: United Airlines encourages passengers to report lost luggage as soon as they become aware of the issue. Passengers should head to the airline’s Baggage Service Office at the airport to initiate the reporting process. Comprehensive Lost ...
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Read More Denver International Airport gears up for Surge in Spring Break travelers
Spring break travel has arrived, and Denver International Airport (DEN) anticipates a surge in passenger numbers, reaching record levels. The outgoing traffic from Denver, coupled with the influx of inbound travelers aiming to make the most of the remaining weeks of ski season, is set to make DEN exceptionally bustling. From March 12 to March 30, the airport foresees over 1.2 million passengers passing through TSA checkpoints, marking a 6.7% ...