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A Local Baggage Committee (LBC) is essentially the airport’s baggage “control tower.” It brings together representatives from airlines, ground handlers, and sometimes airport operations and government (customs/security) to manage baggage issues locally. IATA Resolution 744 explicitly calls for each airport handling interline (connecting) baggage to have an LBC (iata.org). According to IATA guidance, the LBC’s responsibilities include setting local procedures and targets – for example, minimum connection times for transferring bags (as agreed under Res. 765) (iata.org). Key duties of the Local Baggage Committee include: By design, the LBC operates by consensus and detailed by-laws (IATA RP 1744 outlines suggested…

Many people work behind the scenes to move your bags. Key roles include: Each of these roles is defined by contracts or IATA ground handling standards. For example, IATA’s ISAGO program and ground operations manuals specify that responsibilities should be clearly assigned. All baggage staff ultimately follow IATA resolutions and recommended practices (e.g. handling protocols in Res. 743 and RPs) so that processes align airport-wide (iata.org). In practice, larger airports have formal hierarchies (e.g. a “Baggage Supervisor” overseeing multiple ramp teams), while small airports may have staff wearing multiple hats. In any case, smooth communication (often via radios and flight…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

When a flight touches down, the journey of your checked baggage is far from over. The delivery of arrival baggage involves multiple crucial locations, each designed to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant handling from aircraft hold to passenger hands. Knowing where baggage delivery can happen helps illuminate the complex choreography behind what passengers often see as a simple carousel ride. This article explores the physical and operational spaces where baggage delivery takes place after arrival. 1. Aircraft Arrival Stand: The Starting Point The first point of delivery is the arrival stand or ramp, where ground staff unload bags directly from…

Behind every suitcase that smoothly arrives on the carousel lies a powerful engine of information flow and operational analysis. Delivering baggage after arrival isn’t just about moving bags from plane to passenger—it’s a data-driven process guided by real-time information systems and continuous performance analysis. This article explores how information and analytical tools optimize arrival baggage delivery to boost accuracy, security, and passenger satisfaction. The Role of Baggage Information Systems (BIS) Modern airports and airlines rely heavily on Baggage Information Systems (BIS), sophisticated platforms that: These systems enable baggage handlers and customer service staff to identify the exact location and status…

When your checked baggage doesn’t arrive as expected—delayed, damaged, or lost—the complex baggage handling system kicks into a critical troubleshooting mode. At the heart of this process are Irregularity Codes: standardized alphanumeric tags used by airlines, airports, and ground handlers worldwide to classify and communicate baggage problems efficiently. This article explores what irregularity codes are, why they matter, and how they help get your bag back on track. What Are Irregularity Codes? Irregularity codes are part of an industry-wide lexicon designed to: They cover a range of scenarios such as: Industry Standards and Sources The Passenger Services Conference (PSC) Resolution…

“As your flight lifts off, your baggage begins a parallel journey—one that’s invisible, critical, and often more complex than your own trip.” In the aviation world, few things are as silently essential—or as potentially catastrophic—as the process of baggage transfer. Each day, more than 4.5 billion bags are processed across airports worldwide, with millions of them switching aircraft mid-journey. Whether you’re flying from Nairobi to New York via Amsterdam, or from Sydney to Seattle via Tokyo, there’s a high chance your bag will need to transfer. But why is baggage transfer still such a big deal in 2025? The answer…

Airports and governments worldwide are investing heavily to upgrade aging baggage systems. Many existing systems are decades old, prompting public and private spending on new technology. In the U.S., for example, the FAA reports over $465 million granted to 25 airports specifically for replacing or upgrading baggage-handling systems (faa.gov). This funding, from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, targets airports whose BHS equipment “is 30 years old and nearing the end of usefulness” (faa.gov). Denver International Airport alone received $124 million to install a new, energy-efficient BHS that can handle growing passenger numbers (faa.gov). Similarly, an October 2024 USDOT announcement allocated $970…

The baggage-handling market is expanding rapidly. According to industry research, the global airport baggage handling systems market was approximately USD 9.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 14.3 billion by 2030 (businesswire.com) (a CAGR around 6–12%). Other analyses report even higher growth rates (~12% CAGR to 2030) (mordorintelligence.com). Key drivers include rising air travel (expected to double by 2040), modernization of airports, and new safety requirements (like automated screening). In summary, market dynamics in baggage handling are characterized by robust growth fueled by technology adoption and global travel growth. Airports and airlines are investing in advanced systems,…

Airlines have limited liability for lost or damaged baggage under international law. The Montreal Convention caps compensation at about SDR 1,131 (around €1,300–1,700) per passenger (flightright.com). In practice this means an airline will reimburse up to roughly $1,750 worth of personal items in checked luggage, regardless of how many bags were lost. Many travelers find this insufficient for expensive gear. Hence financial institutions and insurance products play a key role in baggage compensation. In summary, while airlines provide a baseline guarantee for lost baggage, much of the real compensation often comes via travel insurers or credit-card plans. Financial institutions thus underwrite…