How To Use Airport Lost And Found

By Amanda Baird


There are lots of things to think about when getting on a flight. You want to make sure you have your passport, ticket and so forth. Naturally you want to physically get your seat in time for take off and sometimes this means you can miss something while rushing. This can result in losing items along the way and this is when you may need the services of the airport lost and found.

In simple terms this is where you need to go if you lose something you want to reclaim. It does not necessarily have to be something valuable. Often people go back because there is something of sentimental value or it is something that they do not want to replace. Whatever the reason you need to be prepared in case something does go missing.

Admittedly this is not always practical and sometimes it may not be possible to secure mark all your items. Therefore it is worth looking at what you pack and bring with you to the airport so that in the event that if you have to tell somebody what an item looks like you can remember. Speaking vaguely about what an item looks like then it is less likely that they will be able to find it.

Once you are there be sure to give a detailed description of the missing item. It helps if it has a specific code or some kind of feature that marks it out. While some people can be hesitant to put labels on with contact details for fear of thieves using the information to break into their property it also increases the chances of getting an item back.

Sometimes you may not realise something is missing until you get home. In this instance you need to check the procedure of the airport in question. A lot of them will have a database where items are registered once they are handed in. How soon they will be listed depends on the system. For example it may be 24 or 48 hours depending on the efficiency of the system.

You can then enquire about what has arrived and whether or not the item is one that you own. As with a meeting in person you need to give them as many details as possible in order to ensure that this is something you own. It may sound obvious but it is important that people know that your inquiry is genuine and that you are legitimately claiming an item. For example if there is a specific dent on the screen or some kind of identifying mark that can help.

The way in which a lost property desk will vary according to the airport. Some will simply note down a missing item. Others may give you a tracking number to note down. In either case it is important to listen and to follow any instructions you are given. While it can be difficult during a stressful time you need to remember what they tell you and to note it down.

It may also be possible to check airport lost and found online. Typically missing items will be placed on the database around 24 to 48 hours after they have been found. Therefore if you cannot find an item it is worth checking again. In short if you can remain calm then it is more likely that you will be able to recover your missing items. Look online for more information so that you can prepare before you travel.




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