Quantcast

Delta Air Lines introduces new baggage delay compensation policy

Delta Air Lines introduces new baggage delay compensation policy
Policy
Webp 5r3vc2svdh8ibaxk8gr8iutw0za2
Simple Flying | Simple Flying

Delta Air Lines has introduced a policy aimed at ensuring efficient baggage handling for its passengers. Known as the "Bags on Time" policy, this initiative underscores Delta's commitment to providing reliable and efficient services. According to the airline, if a checked bag does not arrive at the carousel within 20 minutes after any domestic flight, passengers are eligible to receive 2,500 bonus miles.

To claim these bonus miles, passengers must visit the Delta Air Lines website and fill out a form that requires personal identification information, SkyMiles numbers, flight numbers, and travel dates. This form needs to be submitted within three days of the flight's arrival. Delta emphasizes that only active SkyMiles members at the time of travel can benefit from this promotion. Additionally, requests for bonus miles must be submitted separately for different flights.

The airline cautions against submitting forms before aircraft arrival and notes that it may take up to two weeks for bonus miles to appear in accounts. The offer is limited to domestic flights within the United States and Puerto Rico operated by Delta Air Lines and its affiliates.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

There are conditions outlined in the fine print: itineraries with codeshare flights qualify only if the last leg is a domestic service operated by Delta or its affiliates. Passengers can make one claim per itinerary (including round trips), with baggage delivery time measured from when an aircraft's door opens until the first bag arrives at the claim belt.

Oversized baggage and specialty items such as skis or golf clubs are excluded from this promotion. Furthermore, Delta reserves the right to deny claims if they do not meet certain standards.

This program aims to improve customer satisfaction by providing compensation when delays occur while incentivizing efficient baggage delivery practices.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

UPS has operated one of the longest direct air cargo routes in the United States since 2018, connecting Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) in Kentucky with Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the United Arab Emirates.

Aug 2, 2025

The Boeing 737 MAX 10 is the largest version of the 737 family, designed to compete with the Airbus A321neo.

Aug 2, 2025

Russian airline Aeroflot reported significant flight disruptions on Monday, July 28, due to a failure in its information systems.

Aug 2, 2025

After more than four years, American Airlines will reintroduce its Boeing 777-200ER aircraft on the New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) route starting October 6.

Aug 2, 2025

The Airbus A321XLR, which entered service in late 2024, is now the longest-range narrowbody aircraft available.

Aug 2, 2025

The Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 are the only commercial jetliners with a partial or full second passenger deck, and both have left a significant mark on aviation history.

Aug 2, 2025