Unlocking Airport Potential with Airsiders’ Baggage Check-Through Technology
Introduction
Self-connecting travellers make up a significant segment of traffic at many major airports, particularly those with a good mix of legacy and low-cost carriers. These travellers — often difficult to identify in airport statistics due to itineraries including two separate airline bookings (PNRs) — take advantage of virtual interline itineraries offered by major OTAs to find the most convenient options to reach their desired destinations. Along with price, the ease of connecting and catching the next flight at a given airport is a key factor in decision-making for these customers.
The Baggage Handling Challange
The biggest challenge for self-connecting passengers is managing checked baggage. Where passengers with cabin baggage can stay airside and proceed directly to their connecting flight's departure gate, checked baggage requires them to proceed to baggage reclaim, collect, and then drop off at the second airline’s check-in counter. They must then pass through security again to return airside. When a transfer visa is required to enter the country, this process becomes even more complicated.

Airsiders Solution
This is where Airsiders baggage check-through technology can enhance the airport experience for self-connecting passengers. Our technology enables passengers to check their baggage at the origin airport and collect it at their final destination, allowing them to stay airside during the transfer and relax while waiting for their next flight. Meanwhile, their checked bag is identified, retagged (if necessary), forwarded to the connecting flight, and tracked throughout every step of the journey.
Benefits for Passengers
- Convenience: Passengers can include checked baggage in their self-connection itineraries without worrying about collecting it at the transfer airport, as with any regular connecting flight.
- Peace of Mind: Real-time tracking and updates reassure passengers of the whereabouts of their luggage.
- Reduced Stress: This streamlined process alleviates the stress and anxiety associated with baggage collection during transfers.
Benefits for Airports
- Enhanced Passenger Experience: The convenience and peace of mind provided by Airsiders baggage check-through technology significantly improves the overall passenger experience.
- Stimulation of Virtual Interlining (VI) Traffic: With the seamless baggage service and transfer process, the airport becomes a preferred connecting hub for self-connecting passengers, attracting more traffic.
- Increased Revenue: By keeping passengers airside and freeing them from baggage-related duties, airports give travellers more time to relax and enjoy airport shopping and services.
Conclusion
Airsiders baggage check-through technology has the potential to transform the airport experience for passengers while attracting additional virtual interline traffic. By streamlining baggage handling processes for self-connecting passengers and enabling seamless transfers, the technology unlocks new possibilities for efficiency, convenience, and passenger satisfaction. As the aviation industry continues to evolve, innovative solutions like Airsiders baggage check-through will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of air travel.
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Airsiders’ Baggage Check-Through Technology is transforming how airlines and airports approach interlining, turning operational challenges into opportunities for growth. Ready to unlock your airport’s or airline’s potential? Contact us today to learn how our solutions can empower your team, delight your passengers, and redefine the travel experience.