The baggage safety concern is something that takes our anxiety levels up every time we travel. From “Will the luggage reach on time?” to “What if anything gets damaged?” sums the most questionable thoughts crossing our minds. And what recently happened with this traveller has left netizens furious with the logistics department of airports. A traveller took it to Reddit to post about the chewed-up luggage that found its way back to him.
Netizens Comment Over Baggage Concern On This Post
The Reddit user’s post about his uncle’s damaged bag was enough to evoke the infuriating people concerned over baggage handling at airports. The comments pointed out that the bag would have gotten stuck in the plane’s engine. Some suspected that something would have badly chewed the bag. As the comments kept pouring in on the post so did the people’s concern.
The picture posted shows that the bag’s fabric was completely destroyed as if it was set on fire. The zip and chains were ruined beyond repair. The traveller was fortunate enough that the insides were unharmed.
Over 4,600 comments and over 97,000 responses have been put on the image by stunned social media users. Internet users were eager to voice their displeasure after discovering the suitcase’s state.
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What To Do In Case Of Damaged Baggage At The Airport?
The first step starts before you push your bags through the check-in. Always click a picture of your luggage and its initial condition. So in case you notice any wear & tear post-arrival, you can show proof to claim the damage.
The optimum time to report bag damage is before you actually take it out of the airport. Do not wait until you have arrived at your destination to file a complaint. You can file a claim at the airline’s baggage claim office, which is frequently close to the luggage carousel.
So next time you travel make sure to click before pictures for a claim and pray to be lucky enough to not get your bags damaged.
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