easyJet is urging passengers to inspect their luggage before arriving at the airport for upcoming flights. The budget airline has issued guidance on its website encouraging travellers to examine their bags thoroughly to avoid issues during travel.
Pre-Travel Luggage Checks
easyJet advises passengers to carry out pre-travel checks to confirm their luggage is fit for purpose. The airline recommends using a reliable bag and offers several useful packing tips. Key checks include ensuring zips, handles, and wheels are working properly, and that the bag is free from major rips or cracks. Loose straps or handles should be secured to prevent damage. Overpacking should be avoided as it can cause the bag to burst during travel.
Label Your Luggage
Holidaymakers are encouraged to make their bags stand out on the carousel by attaching something noticeable and unique, such as a colourful ribbon, eye-catching sticker, or personalised tag. This helps avoid confusion with similar bags. easyJet also recommends adding a label with your name and contact details, including address, email, and phone number, and placing a copy of these details inside the bag. Removing old luggage tags from previous journeys is also advised.
Keep Essentials in Cabin Bag
easyJet reminds passengers that once a bag is checked into the aircraft hold, it cannot be accessed until arrival at the destination airport. Therefore, important items such as cash, travel documents, and medication should be stored in the cabin bag.
Similar Advice from Other Airlines
Other airlines, such as Jet2, offer similar guidance. Jet2 emphasises that baggage should be strong and fit for purpose to withstand normal handling. Soft-sided cases and handles, wheels, and locks can be particularly vulnerable. Passengers should ensure all pockets and zips are fully closed, as security authorities in some countries may open bags without the passenger present.
Taking these extra steps can help reunite passengers with their belongings if exterior tags become detached. easyJet's advice aims to ensure a smooth travel experience for all passengers.
