A baggage handler has issued a warning to passengers who tie ribbons to their bags to help identify them.
The advice coincides with the annual summer travel rush, which is expected to be one of the largest in history this year.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has already said it is preparing for one of its busiest seasons yet.
And with the influx of passengers, anxiety over possible loss of belongings increases.
That’s why for many people, tying a piece of ribbon or cord is an inexpensive way to help locate luggage in the luggage room.
A baggage handler warns passengers who tie ribbons to their bags to help identify them
But according to a baggage handler called John who works at Dublin Airport, the simple trick could cause major delays.
“The ribbons that people tie to their bags to help identify them can cause problems when scanning the bag in the baggage hall,” he said. RSVP live.
“If the bag cannot be automatically scanned, it may end up in manual processing, which could mean your bag does not make it to the flight.”
He also recommended removing stickers that also have the potential to confuse scanners.
According to John, avoiding packing certain items will also help you get through the airport faster.
“Never carry marzipan in your luggage,” he said of the almond caramel dough.
“It has the same density as some explosives, so they will remove your bag and call you from the plane to search it.”
The baggage handler warned that ribbons and ties can interfere with the scanning process and cause delays.
He advised putting the wheels on the suitcase before putting it down to minimize the chance of damage.
However, airlines should reimburse passengers for any damage to luggage, according to the Department of Transportation.
The summer travel season got off to a busy start this Memorial Day weekend, when a record three million people passed through TSA checkpoints on Friday alone.
