Tips for Safer Air Travel

 AU REVOIR

The aviation industry is short staffed as no one anticipated the post Covid recovery to happen so swiftly.

Introduction

Staffing issues, long passenger queues. lost bag gages, mass flight cancellations and regular delays - the new norm has not been kind to the aviation industry. During the pandemic, many airlines lost some or  most of their staff members, and were forced to cut down their operations to half. Cut to 2022, revenge travel, workcations and staycations are taking over the skies. As domestic and out bound travel gain momentum- even reaching pre-pandemic numbers.

unforeseen chaos and mayhem is  taking over the industry, which is still in the process of  recovering. In order to avoid these situations - as much as possible, try to follow tips  for a smooth travel experience.

Essentially the aviation industry is very short staffed right now No one anticipated the recovery to happen so swiftly with such a sudden surge in  demand. In absence of trained staff lots of inexperienced people were quickly hired. Most problems are linked to this issue. In this situation, what travelers can do  :

Heathrow Airport check in chaos after baggage belt breaks

• Is first to be aware of situation.
• Make use of your credit/debit card to avail free lounge access. In airport it allows you to have complementary lounge access, if your flight is delayed.
• They should purchase flight insurance
• Have GRS- enabled luggage tags in place so they can follow the journey of the luggage in case it get misplaced.
• Avoid booking a transit flight with a tight gap in between and book a direct flight instead.
• Tag your bag correctly with relevant contact details
• Avoid booking a flight that departs or arrive during peak hours.
• Also do your web check in as soon as it's open.
• In case you are flying internationally, make sure you have the entire VISA Approval, both for transit as well as final destination.
• Travelers should also know their rights :
• The airlines are liable to compensate passengers in case there is a delayed or cancelled flight or a baggage loss.
• Travelers should also pay attention to their health while flying during these times :
• It is important to stay hydrated during the flight.
• Avoid Alcohol and caffeine, which tends to cause dehydration
• Secondly avoid prolong sitting and take frequent walks in the aisle area to prevent Deep venous thrombosis
• Avoid using an eye lenses during flights, as dry eyes are easily irritated
• If you suffer from any respiratory illness, always carry your inhalers and medication.

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