Statistics have proven that a very
small percentage of luggage is damaged during air travel. However,
if your bag is damaged, it is an inconvenience. You can help reduce
the risk of damaged luggage. Here are some tips for you!
Things to know when buying new luggage:
- Purchase luggage to meet your most demanding travel needs.
People who travel extensively for business have different luggage
needs than those who enjoy occasional leisure travel.
A Bridge Solution can help you make the best purchase if we know
what your needs and expectations are.
- Read the luggage warranty carefully. Know what types of damage
the manufacturer does and does not cover.
Use
common sense when checking luggage:
- Only check luggage that is sturdy enough to withstand airline
baggage handling systems.
- Never check a bag that doesn't completely close. If you need a
luggage strap or bungee cord to keep the bag closed, it probably
won't survive the trip.
- Never check a bag that has broken components, such as wheels,
handles, zippers, latches, and locks.
- Never check a bag that is meant to be carried on. Most
briefcases, tote bags, plastic garment covers, and items received
through retail promotions are not designed to be checked luggage.
- Don't overpack. Overpacking puts a strain on zippers, seams,
frames, and hinges.
- Clearly label your luggage with your name, current address and
phone number.
- Check your bag carefully in the luggage claims area before
departing the airport.
- Consider replacing old or worn luggage. Luggage that is
several years old may not be able to withstand today's automated
baggage handling systems.
What to do about
damaged luggage:
Report any damage immediately to the
baggage service center of the airline on which you traveled. Damage
claims should be filed before leaving the airport. By not following
this procedure, you risk that the damage will not be covered under
warranty or airline policy.
Have a complaint about
airline-damaged luggage?
Write:
Aviation Consumer Protection
Division
U.S. Department of Transportation C-75
400 7th
St. SW, Room 4107
Washington, D.C.
20590
Sponsored by Luggage & Leather Goods
Manufacturers of America, American Luggage Dealers Association,
National Luggage Dealers Association, and International Luggage
Repair Association. \
P. S. Are you shopping just
for the lowest discount baggage price? We have it, guaranteed, with free
shipping (on US addresses orders over
$250.00 USD). Also ... you really should be
mostly concerned with the quality and the service supporting your luggage
for your many traveling years yet to come. Our customers are not only our
friends, they're our life.
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