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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL 0
1.1.AMENDMENTS 1
1.2.LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES 2
1.3.INTRODUCTION 4
1.4.ABBREVIATIONS 5
1.5.DEFINITIONS 6
2. BAGGAGE RELATED ARTICLES 8
3. LOST BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURES 11
3.1.WI FOR RECORDING A REPORT FOR LOST BAGGAGE CLAIM 11
3.2.SOP FOR TRACING BAGGAGE THROUGH WTR 12
3.3.WI FOR DELIVERING FOUND BAGGAGE 13
3.4.WI FOR FORWARDING FOUND BAGGAGE 14
3.5.WI FOR HANDLING INTERLINE CLAIMS 15
3.6.SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF INTERLINE CLAIMS 16
4. DAMAGE BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURES 17
4.1 WI FOR RECORDING A REPORT FOR HANDLING DAMAGED BAGGAGE CLAIM 17
4.2. SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF DAMAGED BAGGAGE CLAIM 19
5. PILFERED BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURES 20
5.1 WI FOR RECORDING A REPORT FOR HANDLING PILFERED BAGGAGE CLAIM 20
5.2 SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF PILFERED BAGGAGE CLAIM 21
6. INTERIM RELIEF/TRANSPORTATION EXPENSE 23
6.1 ELIGIBILITY FOR INTERIM RELIEF 23
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6.2 SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF INTERIM RELIEF/TRANSPORTATION EXPENSE 24
7. SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF BAGGAGE CLAIMS AT ONLINE STATIONS (OTHER THAN WHERE CLAIM RAISED) 25
8. SOP FOR SETTLEMENT OF BAGGAGE CLAIMS AT OFFLINE STATIONS (OTHER THAN WHERE CLAIM RAISED) 26
9. SOP FOR HANDLING BAGGAGE CLAIMS OF STAFF 27
10. SOP FOR HANDLING BAGGAGE CLAIMS OF OPERATIONAL CREW 28
11. SOP FOR HANDLING BAGGAGE CLAIMS REGISTERED WITH ANOTHER AIRLINE 29
12. SOP FOR CLAIM SETTLEMENT UNDER MONTREAL CONVENTION 30
13. IMPORTANT NOTES 32
14. GUIDELINES 33
APPENDICES 36
1. SPECIMEN FORMS 37
(ANNEXURE – I) 37 PROPERTY IRREGULARITY REPORT (PIR) 37 (ANNEXURE –II) 37 DAMAGE BAGGAGE REPORT 38 (ANNEXURE – III) 39 DELIVERY ORDER 39 (ANNEXURE – IV) 40 BAGGAGE INVENTORY FORM 40 (ANNEXURE – V) 41 BAGGAGE CLAIM FORM 41 (ANNEXURE –VI) 41 FORM OF RELEASE 42 (ANNEXURE – VII) 42 FINAL TRACER AND AUTHORIZATION REQUEST 43 (ANNEXURE – VIII) 43 FORWARDING REQUEST FORM 44 (ANNEXURE – IX) 44 BAGGAGE TRANSFER / FORWARDING MANIFEST 45
2. SPECIMEN LETTERS FOR CORRESPONDENCE WITH CUSTOMERS 46
(ANNEXURE – X) 46 DAMAGE OR PILFERAGE NOT REPORTED ON ARRIVAL 46 (ANNEXURE – XI) 47 POOLED PASSENGERS CLEARED CUSTOMS BEFORE REGISTERED REPORT AND COURTESY PIR
RAISED 47
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(ANNEXURE – XII) 48 SETTLEMENT OF PILFERAGE CLAIM BASED ON ASSESSED WEIGHT 48 (ANNEXURE – XIII) 49 SETTLEMENT OF PILFERAGE LOSS BASED ON WEIGHT LOSS 49 (ANNEXURE – XIV) 50 SETTLEMENT OF LOST BAGGAGE CLAIM BASED ON WEIGHT LOSS 50 (ANNEXURE – XV) 51 PAYMENT OF INTERIM RELIEF 51 (ANNEXURE – XVI) 52 COMBINED SETTLEMENT OF DAMAGE AND PILFERAGE CLAIM 52 (ANNEXURE – XVII) 53 SETTLEMENT OF BULKY HAND BAGGAGE CLAIM RETRIEVED AT GATE 53 (ANNEXURE – XVIII) 54 SETTLEMENT OF LOST BAGGAGE ON PIECE CONCEPT WHEN INTERIM RELIEF COMPENSATION IS
PAID 54 (ANNEXURE – XIX) 55 SETTLEMENT OF LOST BAGGAGE CLAIM BASED ON ASSESSED WEIGHT 55 (ANNEXURE – XX) 56 RESIDENTS NOT ENTITLED TO INTERIM RELIEF 56 (ANNEXURE – XXI) 57 CLAIM REGISTERED ON INTERLINE CARRIER 57 (ANNEXURE – XXII) 58 RESTATING OUR OFFER 58 (ANNEXURE – XXIII) 59 CLAIMS REGISTERED AS BAGGAGE CONTAINS VALUABLES 59 (ANNEXURE – XXIV) 60 SETTLEMENT OF LOST BAGGAGE CLAIMS BASED ON AVERAGE WEIGHT 60
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1. General
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1.1. AMENDMENTS
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1.2. List of Effective Pages
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CHAPTER #: 01 GENERAL CHAPTER #: 09 SOP FOR HANDLING
BAGGAGE CLAIMS OF STAFF
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CHAPTER #: 01 AMENDMENTS CHAPTER #: 10 SOP FOR HANDLING
BAGGAGE CLAIMS OF OPERATIONAL CREW
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CHAPTER #: 01 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES
CHAPTER #: 11 SOP FOR HANDLING BAGGAGE CLAIMS REGISTERED WITH
OTHER AIRLINE
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CHAPTER #: 01 INTRODUCTION CHAPTER #: 12 IMPORTANT NOTES
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CHAPTER #: 01 ABBREVIATIONS CHAPTER #: 13 GUIDELINES
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CHAPTER #: 01 DEFINATIONS APPENDICES
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7 00 13 Sep,2012 SPECIMEN FORMS
CHAPTER #: 02 BAGGAGE RELATED ARTICLES 35 00 13 Sep,2012
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CHAPTER #: 03 LOST BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE 39 00 13 Sep,2012
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CHAPTER #: 04 DAMAGED BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE 46 00 13 Sep,2012
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CHAPTER #: 05 PILFERAGED BAGGAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE 50 00 13 Sep,2012
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CHAPTER #: 06 INTERIM RELIEF/TRANSPORTATION EXPENSE 54 00 13 Sep,2012
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1.3. INTRODUCTION
Passengers do not feel pleased losing their baggage after a long and exhaustive journey but,
unfortunately, there are times when despite our efforts things goes wrong. Such situations
require staff members to be empathetic and by their professional attitude, restore passenger‟s
faith in PIA. It is recommended that each station should have dedicated staff for handling
baggage claims and maintaining the continuity and speedy recovery of baggage/claim
settlement.
Passengers, whose baggage has not been located, may well be critical of the PIA‟s service.
This should be seen as an opportunity to demonstrate to such passengers that we are
concerned to regain their goodwill. The same will also apply to damaged and pilfered
baggage
Baggage Handling/Claims Manual is designed to help staff gaining excellence in service
which is dependent on motivation and job knowledge. For this purpose a reference guide is
essential for providing the guideline about the procedures for refreshing the memories of
personnel whenever required.
The Baggage Handling / Claims Manual aim at providing staff with detailed knowledge and
understanding of our Baggage Handling and Claims Procedures. It is essential that all staff
members familiarize themselves with the contents and adhere to these procedures.
Passengers expect professional but sympathetic treatment when their baggage has been
mishandled. Staff should always be available in the event of mishandled baggage to:
Establish the facts by skilful questioning and careful listening. Clarify to avoid any chance of
misunderstanding. Be aware that passengers will be emotional, upset and in an anxious state.
Avoid reacting in a way, which will worsen his anxiety, i.e. do not try to diminish the
problem.
When discussing details of baggage irregularities, staff must not admit or imply liability on
behalf of PIA. Inform passengers clearly what you will do about the problem and indicate any
action they need to take. Do not make promises that cannot be met.
Ensure that tracing action is promptly and efficiently started with all information noted in the
World Tracer System
Answer telephones quickly and courteously. Make telephone calls to passengers before they
have to contact you.
Remember the arrival area is most often the best chance our airline has of personal contact
with the passenger. If a bad impression is given by the staff, it will stay with the passenger
regardless of the outcome.
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1.4.ABBREVIATIONS
CSD ⇒ Customer Services Department
ASD ⇒ Airport Services Department
PS ⇒ Passenger Services
SOP ⇒ Standard Operating Procedure
WI ⇒ Work Instructions
SM ⇒ Station Manager
SSM ⇒ Shift Station Manager
TM ⇒ Terminal Manager
DSM ⇒ Deputy Station Manager
ASM ⇒ Assistant Station Manager
PSO ⇒ Passenger Services Officer
PSA ⇒ Passenger Services Assistant
LRT ⇒ Limited Release Tag
EBV ⇒ Excess Baggage Valuation
EBT ⇒ Excess Baggage Ticket
MCO ⇒ Miscellaneous Charges Order
WT ⇒ Weight
Y Class ⇒ Economy Class
YP Class ⇒ Economy Plus Class
C Class ⇒ Business Class
CSHO ⇒ Claim Settlement Head Office
CBTO ⇒ Central Baggage Tracing Office
FTAR ⇒ Final Tracer and Authorization Request
BIF ⇒ Baggage Inventory Form
PIR ⇒ Property Irregularity Report
BCFTF ⇒ Baggage Claim File Transfer Form
SI ⇒ Supplementary Information
AHL ⇒ Advise if Hold
BCF ⇒ Baggage Claim Form
WTR World Tracer System
LBC Lost Baggage Claim
OHD On Hand Request
DPR Damage & Pilferage Report
D.O Delivery Order
MHB Mishandle Baggage
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1.5. DEFINITIONS
1. Baggage
Baggage means articles, effects and other personal property of a passenger as are necessary or
appropriate for wear, comfort or convenience in connection with his/her trip.
2. Compensation
Financial compensation being asked by a passenger or his/her representative for mishandling
that occurred during contract of carriage resulting in damage, delay, loss to his/her property
or personal injury.
3.1. Legal Liability International
a) Warsaw Convention: The extent of PIA liability is equivalent to US$20.00 per
kilogram of lost checked baggage weight, unless by national law the local equivalent
is higher.
b) Montreal Convention: However liability of PIA under Montreal convention
would be limited to 1131 (1 SDR = 1.53 USD) unlike up to USD 400 in Warsaw
convention. This liability limit is subject to revision every 5 years in order to give
effect to inflationary trend so claim settler must be abreast to the latest liability
limit under Montreal convention.
3.2. Legal Liability Domestic PKR 500 per kg.
4. Claim Settlement Procedures
When a passenger reports mishandling of checked baggage, the arrival station baggage
services staff member, will complete a PIR (Property Irregularity Report).
The staff member will hand over the passenger a Baggage Inventory Form (BIF) B-I.
The passenger must be requested to complete the BIF and return to the staff.
Passenger should be informed about respective station‟s mailing address, contact number and
the baggage claim file reference number.
5. Recovery of lost baggage after settlement
In the event that, baggage is traced and found, after the claim has been settled, it should be
deliver to passenger without realizing any amount.
6. Table of Weights
IATA Recommended Practice 1751 provides a means of estimating the weight of the
baggage. It is to be used when settling pilferage claims in cases when the weight loss cannot
be ascertained.
7. Online baggage claims
Baggage claims from passengers whose travel commence and end on PIA e.g. Mr. X
traveling LHR/KHI on PIA or LHR/DXB/KHI all on PIA.
8. Baggage Tag
Baggage tag means a document issued by carrier solely for identification of checked baggage,
the baggage (strap) tag portion of which is attached by carrier to a particular article of
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checked baggage and the baggage (identification) tag portion of which is given to the
passenger.
9. Unchecked Baggage
Unchecked baggage means any baggage of the passenger other than checked baggage.
10. Interline Baggage Claims.
Baggage claims from passengers for travel commencing on P1A and terminating on other
carrier or vice versa.
For example, Mr. X traveling JFK/LHR on Continental Airlines and LHR/KHI on PIA or Mr.
X traveling KHI/LHR on PIA and LHR/JFK on Continental Airlines.
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2. Baggage Related Articles
a. Article VIII: Refusal of Carriage
Weight or Seating Limitation
If the aircraft‟s weight limitations or seating capacity would otherwise be exceeded,
carrier shall decide in its reasonable discretion which passengers or articles shall not be
carried.
b. Article – IX: “Baggage”
c. Articles Unacceptable as Baggage
a) The passenger shall not include in his baggage.
i. Articles which do not constitute baggage as defined in Article-I hereof.
ii. Articles which are likely to endanger the aircraft or persons or property on
board the aircraft, including (but without limitation) explosives, compressed
gases, corrosive, oxidizing radio active or magnetized materials, that are
easily ignited, poisonous, offensive or irritating substances, and liquids (other
than liquids in the passenger‟s unchecked baggage for his use in the course of
the journey).
iii. Articles the carriage of which is prohibited by the applicable laws,
regulations or orders of any state to be flown from, to or over.
iv. Articles, which in the opinion of carrier are unsuitable for carriage by reason
of their weight, size or character.
v. Live animals, except that dogs, cats, household birds and other pets will be
accepted for carriage subject to the provisions of paragraph 10 of these
Articles.
b) If the passenger is in the possession of, or if his baggage includes any arms or
ammunitions, he shall present them to carrier for inspection prior to
commencement of carriage, if carrier accepts such articles for carriage it may
c) Require them to be delivered to and remain in its custody until the passenger‟s
arrival at the airport building at the place of destination.
i. Right to Refuse Carriage
Carrier may refuse carriage as baggage of any articles described in 5.2.1 of this
Article and may refuse further carriage of any baggage on discovering that it
consists of or includes any such article.
ii. Carrier Accept as Baggage
If carrier accepts as baggage articles which do not constitute baggage as defined
in Article-I hereof, the carriage thereof shall nevertheless be subject to the
charges, limitations of liability and other provisions of these Conditions
applicable to the carriage of baggage.
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iii. Checked baggage
a) Upon delivery to carrier of baggage to be checked, carrier shall take custody thereof.
Carrier will thereupon make an appropriate entry on the ticket which act shall
constitute the issue of the baggage check baggage (identification) tags that may be
issued by the carrier in addition to the baggage check are for identification purpose
only.
b) Carrier may refuse to accept baggage as checked baggage unless it is properly packed
in suitcases or similar containers to ensure safe carriage with ordinary care in
handling.
c) The passenger shall not include in his checked baggage, and carrier may refuse to
carry as checked baggage, fragile or perishable articles, money, jewelry, precious
metals, negotiable papers, securities or other valuables, business documents or
samples.
d) Checked baggage will be carried on the same aircraft as the passenger may travel
unless carrier decides that this is impracticable, in which case carrier will carry the
checked baggage on carrier‟s next proceeding or subsequent flight on which space is
available.
iv. Free Baggage Allowance
Passenger may carry free of charge baggage as specified and subject to the conditions
and limitations in carrier‟s regulations. Where two or more passengers, traveling as
one party to a common destination or point of stopover by the flight, present
themselves and their baggage for traveling at the same time and place, they shall be
permitted a total free baggage allowance equal to the combination of their individual
free baggage allowance.
v. Excess Baggage
A passenger shall pay a charge for the carriage of baggage in excess of the free
baggage allowance at the rate and the manner provided in carrier‟s regulations.
vi. Collection and Delivery Baggage a) The passenger shall collect his baggage as soon as it is available for collection at
places of destination or stopover.
b) Carrier shall deliver checked baggage to the bearer of the baggage check upon
payment of all unpaid sums due to carrier under the contract of carriage. Carrier is
under no obligation to ascertain that the bearer of the baggage check is entitled to
delivery of the baggage and carrier is not liable for any loss, damage, or expense
arising out of or in connection with its failure so to ascertain. Delivery of baggage
will be made at the destination shown in the baggage checked.
c) If a person claiming the baggage, is unable to produce the baggage check and identify
the baggage by means of a baggage (identification) tag, if one has been issued, carrier
will deliver the baggage to such person only on condition that he established to
carrier‟s satisfaction his right thereto, and if required by carrier, such person shall
furnish adequate security to indemnify carrier for any loss, damage or expense, which
may be incurred by carrier as a result of such delivery.
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d) Acceptance of baggage by the bearer of the baggage check without written complaint
at the time of delivery is prima facie evidence that the baggage has been delivered in
good condition and in accordance with the contract of carriage.
d. Article XVIII: Time Limitation on Claims and Actions
i. Notice of Claims
No action shall lie in the case of damage to baggage unless the person, entitled to
delivery, complains to the carrier forthwith after the discovery of the damage, and at
the latest, within seven days from the date of receipt, and in the case of delay, unless
the complaint is made at the latest within 21 days from the date on which the baggage
has been placed at his disposal. Every complaint must be made in writing and
dispatched within the times aforesaid.
ii. Limitation of Actions
Any right to damages shall be extinguished if an action is not brought within two
years reckoned from the date of arrival at the destination, or from the date on which
the aircraft ought to have arrived, or from the date on which the carriage stopped. The
method of calculating the period of limitation shall be determined by the law of the
court seized of the case.
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3. Lost Baggage Claim Procedures
3.1. WI for Recording a Report for Lost Baggage Claim
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for recording a report for Lost Baggage Claim at
arrival on all domestic and international airports.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. &
Dom.), Baggage Tracing Staff/Officer.
d) Instructions:
1. Record a lost baggage report AHL (Advise if Hold) when a passenger reports
missing baggage.
2. Request the passenger for baggage tags and baggage details and enter the same
details in the report.
3. Ask the passenger to describe the missing articles including any distinctive items.
4. Handover the baggage wallet which includes the Baggage Inventory Form (BIF)
(Ref: Annexure IV) to the passenger along with the Property Irregularity Report (Ref:
Annexure – I).
5. Record the number of baggage and weight checked in as shown on the ticket and the
number of baggage and weight delivered on arrival as all baggage claims are settled
on the basis of weight and not on the value.
6. Ensure all pooled passengers with the total bags received are present when the report
is issued. If for any reason, the pooled passengers have left the baggage reclaim area
with their bags, “Courtesy Report - For Tracing Purpose only” will be registered.
7. The passenger has to be clearly briefed that in the event that the bag in question is not
found, the carrier accepts no liability and they will not be entitled to receive any form
of compensation. The same rule applies for passengers not in possession of a baggage
tag for the baggage they claim missing at the time of reporting.
Note: A normal report will be issued for passengers whose baggage has been cross
tagged as this occurs due to staff error at check-in. e.g. Mr. X has received a bag
bearing the baggage tag he holds but the bag does not belong to him.
d) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
e) Related Records:
Baggage Inventory Form (Ref: Annexure – IV).
Property Irregularity Report (Ref: Annexure – I).
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3.2. SOP for Tracing Baggage through WTR
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for tracing baggage through
Central Baggage Tracing System on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
LL/Central Baggage Tracing Office/ International.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services and Officers/Staff deputed at LL (daily day
baggage staff/officer).
d) Procedure:
1. When passenger reports missing baggage on arrival, AHL will be raised.
Passenger will be requested to provide ticket jacket, baggage tags and EBT. A
baggage wallet which includes the baggage inventory form (BIF) (Ref: Annexure
– IV) will be handed over to passenger together with PIR (Ref: Annexure – I).
2. After raising the AHL, the concerned station immediately inform origin station
through telex or email about the details of missing baggage.
3. Within three days check-in record (ACSI) of traveler add in AHL file and tracing
with origin station as well as concern station, if baggage is untraceable within 7
working days then file forward to CBTO (KHILZ) for final destination.
4. It is the responsibility of baggage service staff at station to ensure that all details
are included in the FTAR.
5. Mandatory documents along with certificate duly signed should be sent to CSHO.
6. CSHO only handles claims of those cases which are beyond station competence,
pilferage, interline & nonrevenue.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records: Property Irregularity Report (Ref: Annexure – I).
Baggage Inventory Form (Ref: Annexure – IV)
Baggage Claim Form (Ref: Annexure – V)
Final Tracer & Authorization Form (Ref: Annexure – VII)
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3.3. WI for Delivering Found Baggage
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for delivering the found baggage on all
domestic and international airports.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. & Dom.)
d) Instructions:
1. Once the baggage has been received, the passenger should be informed promptly
and subject to local Customs Regulations, the baggage will be delivered to the
passenger‟s residence.
2. If passenger wants his/her baggage at residence Speedex home delivery from will
be submitted with all complete information and proper seal with baggage weight.
3. When effecting mishandled baggage delivery, a Delivery Order (Ref: Annexure –
III) must be completed and signed by the passenger, or his representative or the
delivering agent, and retained in the file.
4. If the passenger collects baggage in error and returns it later, airline staff should
take an undertaking written by passenger he/she is not open the bag, in case of
passenger claimed for any missing items the airline is not responsible for any
compensation.
5. Claimed passenger must be informed about his/her baggage wrongly picked up by
another passenger.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Form of Release (Ref: Annexure –VI)
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3.4. WI for Forwarding Found Baggage
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for forwarding found baggage to the station for
handing over to passenger.
b) Scope/Application:
Baggage services
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom.)
f) Instructions:
1. On receiving forwarding request for a baggage identified on hold, Baggage
Supervisor shall match the details – tag numbers, weight, destination, and sector
flown – with the information provided.
2. Only valuables and important documents shall be sent under check sheet, baggage
shall be forwarded under custom advice with properly attached rush tag.
3. Proper entries shall be made in this effect in Baggage Register and Log Book.
4. For International baggage under PIA custody or detained by Customs, Forwarding
Request (Ref: Annexure – VIII) will be raised along with Baggage Transfer /
Forwarding Manifest (Ref: Annexure –IX) duly endorsed by competent Customs
authority.
5. Baggage shall be forwarded under check sheet with properly attached Rush Tag and
forms mentioned in Para 4.
6. Records would be correctly updated in this regard.
7. Forwarding requests for international baggage will be entertained among all
international airports in Pakistan.
8. Baggage Services at all Airports will retain left behind/ found baggage for not more
than five days at their station and will forward the same to the CBTO (KHILZPK)
with due entries/acknowledgement at their end.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
g) Related Records:
�Forwarding request form (Ref: Annexure – VIII)
Baggage Transfer/ Forwarding Manifest (Ref: Annexure – IX)
Baggage Register
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3.5. WI for Handling Interline Claims
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for handling interline claims for Lost Baggage at
arrival all domestic and international airports.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom.)
d) Instructions:
1. All details like tickets, tags, BIF, EBT for lost interline claims are to be sent to
CSHO for final tracing within 10 days from the date the claim has been raised.
2. Any offer of payment to passenger must be made in writing.
3. From the 7th day to the 10th day, the local PIA airport office, while still continuing
tracing, will send the Final Tracer and Authorization Request (FTAR) telex (Ref:
Annexure – VII) to CBTO for secondary and final tracing.
4. CBTO will input the date when the FTAR telex or file, has been received by them in
the World Tracer System. They have the next 10 days from the date of receipt of the
FTAR telex, to conduct secondary and final tracing. In the event that the bag is not
located by CBTO, the FTAR telex will be sent to CSHO Claim Section Head Office
(Manager Baggage Services Office) for claim finalization and the World Tracer
System will be updated to show the date when the FTAR telex or file has been sent to
CSHO.
5. CSHO has the next 15 days to finalize the claim.
6. Stations should refrain from requesting for updates from CSHO if the FTAR telex or
file is within the laid down time frame. However, in cases of extreme urgency. CSHO
/CBTO can be requested to speed up the process of tracing and claim finalization.
Note: It is the responsibility of staff member, at respective station, to ensure that all
information and documents relating to the claim are provided in the FTAR telex for
speedy baggage recovery or claim settlement. Mandatory documents along with
certification should be duly filed and must be sent to CSHO/CBTO for claim
settlement.
7. The compensation rate of $20 per kg will be applicable, while settling the lost
baggage claim, son missing weight basis of international flight.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Baggage Claim Form (Ref: Annexure – V)
Final Tracer and Authorization Form (Ref: Annexure – VII)
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3.6. SOP for Settlement of Interline Claims
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of interline claims for
lost baggage on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom).
d) Procedure:
1. All details files for lost interline claims are to be sent to CBTO for final tracing the
10th day from the date the claim has been raised, with details of all relevant documents
i.e. baggage tags, tickets (if pooled, then ticket copies of all pooled).
2. After final tracing, station will send the file to CSHO.
3. If the baggage is concluded lost, CSHO will send offer letter to the passenger. The
offer to the passenger has to be made in writing using the specimen letters provided
by CSHO for final settlement or prorate share with this airline.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Baggage Claim Form (Ref: Annexure – V)
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4. Damage Baggage Claim Procedures 4.1 WI for Recording a Report for Handling Damaged Baggage Claim
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for recording a report for handling damage
baggage claim at arrival on all domestic and international airports.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom.)
c) Instructions:
1. When a passenger reports damage to his checked baggage, a Damaged Baggage Report
(DBR) (Ref: Annexure – II) must be completed after observing the following:
Visible external damage:
Good judgment should be used to determine whether the damage can be repaired
satisfactorily e.g. missing handles, wheels of most brands, minor damage to soft
bodied suitcases in the form of small tears, could be repaired.
Visible external damage and possible damaged contents:
If the baggage has sustained major damage, there is a possibility that some of the
contents may have been damaged. In such cases, the passenger must be asked to
inspect the contents in the presence of the staff and the full details should be recorded
to make a fair assessment of the case. Again, good judgment of the staff member
concerned is called for to decide whether damage to contents is due to PIA, or due to
the nature of the contents, e.g. spillage occurred could be due to improper or
inadequate packing, in such case, PIA will not be held liable for any claims resulting
out of such spillage.
Concealed damage with no signs of external damage:
All such claims shall be normally denied if there is no external damage to the bag
itself. Concealed damage is usually due to improper or inadequate packing. Claims
for damage due to spillage of liquids contained within the bag must also be politely
declined.
2. Where it is established that mishandling has occurred due to rough handling or bad
loading, the preceding /origin station will notify the station concerned and appropriate
remarks should be made in the file.
3. Extract the details of total number of bags and weight from the passenger‟s ticket,
along with the baggage tags and retained in the file.
4. Record the weight of the damaged baggage separately. If the passenger has more
than one bag, the weight of the other bags received should also be recorded.
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5. Inform the passenger to submit the BIF to the local PTA office within 5 days from the
date the report has been registered.
Note: Scratches, scuffs or nicks may occur during transportation despite care taken in
handling. In addition, manufacturing defects may become apparent. Such damage is
construed as normal wear and tear and PIA can no be held liable.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Baggage Inventory Form (Ref: Annexure – IV)
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure – II)
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4.2. SOP for Settlement of Damaged Baggage Claim
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of damage
baggage claim on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. & Dom).
d) Procedure:
1. The claim is to be settled at station level without referring to CSHO.
2. The weight of the empty damaged baggage and age of suit case should be
mentioned as our liability and the passenger should be offered whichever is less
i.e. our liability or the amount claimed. For easy settlement the following can be
incorporated:
Hard shell suitcase could weigh from 5 kg - 7 kg.
Soft zippered suitcase could weight from 4 kg - 5kg.
Hand bags, garment bags etc could weigh between 2 kg - 3 kg.
3. The possibility of repair must always be discussed in cases of minor damage. The
passenger should be referred to the local official baggage repairers, if there is such
an arrangement at the station. If need, Station Managers can also authorize
replacement up to PIA‟s legal liability.
4. If the bag has been labeled with a „Limited Release Tag‟ and one of the
following has been marked.
Fragile or unsuitably packed.
Packing inadequate.
Perishables.
Received damaged.
Any claims arising thereof should be politely declined.
5. Depreciated value of suitcase.
Note: If the bag has been replaced, or the claim has been settled as per our liability,
the damaged bag has to be retained in office. If the damage is minor, the bag should
be repaired and used as a loaner bag. In case of total damage, the bag should be
disposed at station level after the claim has been settled.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
g) Related Records:
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure – II).
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5. Pilfered Baggage Claim Procedures
5.1 WI for Recording a Report for Handling Pilfered Baggage Claim
a) Purpose:
This Work instruction will be followed for recording a report for handling pilfered
baggage claim at arrival on all domestic and international airports.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. & Dom.)
d) Instructions:
1. When a passenger reports pilferage to his baggage, a Damaged Baggage Report
(DBR) (Ref: Annexure – II) is to be issued after observing the following:
If damage exposes the contents or if the locks have been tampered with, there
is a possibility of some of the contents being missing. In such cases, the
passenger must be requested to inspect the contents immediately before
leaving the baggage reclaim area and details of the missing items must be
recorded.
2. Where it is established that mishandling has occurred due to rough handling or
bad loading, the preceding /origin station will notify the station concerned and
appropriate remarks should be made in the file.
3. Extract the details of total number of bags and weight from the passenger‟s ticket,
along with the baggage tags and retain in the file.
4. Record the weight of the pilferage baggage separately. If the passenger has more
than one bag, the weight of the other bags received should also be recorded.
5. Inform the passenger to submit the BIF to the local PIA office within 7 days from
the date the report has been registered.
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
f) Related Records:
Baggage Inventory Form (Ref: Annexure – IV).
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure - II).
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5.2 SOP for Settlement of Pilfered Baggage Claim
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of pilferage
baggage claim on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. & Dom.)
d) Procedure:
1. The claim is to be settled as per our procedures at station level without referring
to CSHO when our liability is less than US$800.00. If our liability exceeds
US$800.00, the complete file should be sent to CSHO for approval.
2. If the checked in weight exceeds the delivered weight on arrival, our liability is
on the weight loss, e.g. X checked in 3 bags weighing 30 kg and on arrival at
destination, 3 bags weighing 25 kg were delivered to him and he reports pilferage.
The weight loss is therefore, ascertained as 5 kg and our liability would be
U5$100/- (5 Kg x US$20.00 per kilogram).
3. If the delivered weight exceeds the checked in weight and if the baggage has been
pilfered then the claim for excess pilfered baggage will be as per the lost weight.
e.g. X reports pilferage on arrival. His ticket indicates that he checked-in 1 bag
weighing 20 kg and the delivered weight recorded is 22 kg. If the origin station
confirms Mr. X checked-in 1 bag weighing 27 kg, the compensation to be offered
to the passenger is US $ 100.00 based on the weight loss of 5 kg.
4. If the origin station confirms the checked-in details as 1 bag weighing 20kgs and
no weight loss has been ascertained but the bag has been received in an open and
damaged condition, indicating that some items could hove fallen off, the
passenger can be compensated on the assessed weight of the missing items
calculated using the Table of Weights.
5. If the bag has been labeled with a „limited release tag and one of the following has
been marked.
Fragile or unsuitably packed.
Packing inadequate.
Perishables.
Received damaged.
Any claims arising thereof should be politely declined.
6. All Pilferage Interline Claims, file should be updated in the World Tracer System
and the file sent to CSHO.
7. On all incoming flight from USA, if pilferage is occurred TSA form must be
given to the passenger at arrival.
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Note: In accordance with the condition of Carriage, „PIA is not liable for damage to
fragile or perishables articles, money, jewelry, precious metals, silverware, negotiable
papers, securities or other valuables, business documents, passports and other
identification documents or samples which are included in the passenger‟s checked
baggage, whether with or without the knowledge of the carrier‟.
e) Related Document:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
f) Related Records:
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure – II).
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6. Interim Relief/Transportation Expense
6.1 Eligibility for Interim Relief
Interim relief is granted to passengers whose baggage fails to arrive at the destination
provided:
1. The missing baggage contains personal effects only.
2. The missing baggage is not hand baggage that has been retrieved at the boarding
gate. In case pax travelling without checked baggage then he is entitled to get
interim relief.
3. The missing baggage is not tagged under a „Limited Release Tag‟ marked late
check-in.
4. The passenger receives part of the baggage but the missing bag contains his
personal effects. However, the Station Manager must use his/her discretion
judiciously to establish this.
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6.2 SOP for Settlement of Interim Relief/Transportation Expense
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of Interim
Relief/Transportation expense on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom.)
d) Procedure:
1. Our company policy allows us to reimburse delayed delivery compensation for a
maximum of 3 days as under:
Business Class passengers are entitled to receive US$60.00 per day.
Economy Class passengers are entitled to receive US$50.00 per day.
2. Business Class passengers should be offered interim relief and for Economy class
passengers, it will be given on request.
3. In exceptional cases, the compensation can be increased by the Station Manager in
consultation with his Area Manager with sound justification. Wherever possible, such
claims should be supported by some proof of purchase.
4. On receipt of compensation, the passenger should sign the „Mishandled Baggage
Cash Advance Form‟ and be advised that such compensation will form a part of the
final settlement in the event that the baggage is not located.
5. At stations where local Customs Regulations do not permit the airlines to deliver the
baggage, the appropriate return transportation charges incurred can be paid to the
passenger or his representative. This is in addition to the delayed delivery
compensation.
6. After settlement of delayed delivery and transportation, the amount paid should be
updated in the World Tracer System for automated stations. For manual stations, the
Property Irregularity Report (PIR) should reflect the amount paid. These closed files
should be retained at the respective stations for 1 year.
e) Related Documents: IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
f) Related Records:
Mishandled Baggage Cash Advance Form.
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7. SOP for Settlement of Baggage Claims at Online Stations (Other Than Where Claim Raised)
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of baggage claims
at online stations (other than where claim raised) on all international and domestic
fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. & Dom).
d) Procedure:
1. When an Online Lost Baggage claim is received at any station other than the station
where the passenger has reported the loss, the Station Manger receiving the claim will
advise the station where the claim has been reported to forward the complete file to
him. The Station Manager receiving the claim will then deal with the claim as normal
in accordance with procedures, i.e. send the FTAR telex or the complete file as
applicable to CBTO and will receive the BCF from CSHO.
2. When an Interline Lost Baggage claim is received at any station other than the station
where the passenger has reported the loss, the Station Manager receiving the claim
will advise the station where the claim has been reported and inform the CSHO. The
Station Manager receiving the claim will then deal with the claim as normal in
accordance with procedures, i.e. send complete details to CBTO and claim will be
settled by CSHO.
3. When an online damaged, pilferage, interim relief, transportation expense claim is
received at any station other than the station where the passenger has reported it, the
Station Manager receiving the claim, will send all the details to CSHO. Case will be
handled by CSHO.
4. When an interline damaged, pilferage, interim relief, transportation expense claim is
received at any station other than the station where the passenger has reported it, the
Station Manager receiving the claim will advise the claim raising station to forward
the complete file to CSHO. The amount paid should be updated in the World Tracer
System. After settlement, the complete file should be sent to CSHO to receive the
prorate share from the interline carrier involved. The files should be sent to CSHO on
a monthly basis under cover of memo.
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
f) Related Records:
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8. SOP for Settlement of Baggage Claims at Offline Stations (Other Than Where Claim Raised)
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of baggage claims at
offline stations (other than where claim raised) on all international and domestic flights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom).
d) Procedure:
Lost Baggage claim (online/interline):
1. All documents received from the passenger should be sent to the station where the
claim has been registered, who either will send an FTAR telex, or the complete files
as applicable, to CSHO for further tracing.
2. After tracing is completed and if the baggage in question remains missing, the file
will be sent to CSHO for claim finalization. CSHO in turn will send the BCF to the
offline station to conclude the claim with the passenger.
3. After settlement, intimation has to be sent to CSHO confirming payment was made.
Damaged, pilferage, interim relief and transportation expense claim (online):
1. The offline station needs to obtain the authority directly from the station where the
claim has been raised.
2. After settlement, intimation should be sent to the claim raising station who will
update the World Tracer System and reflect the amount paid in the current MSL (for
automated stations) or reflect the amount paid in the PIR (Ref: Annexure – I) (for
manual stations).
Damaged, pilferage, interim relief and transportation expense claim (interline):
1. The offline station needs to obtain the authority directly from the station where the
claim has been raised.
2. After settlement, intimation should be sent to the claim raising station who will
update the World Tracer System and reflect the amount paid in the current MSL (for
automated stations) or reflect the amount paid in the PIR (for manual stations).
3. The file should then be sent to CSHO on a monthly basis, under copy of a memo to
recover the prorate share from the interline carrier involved.
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Property Irregularity Report(Ref: Annexure – I)
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9. SOP for Handling Baggage Claims of Staff
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of baggage claims of staff
on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. & Dom).
d) Procedure:
Lost baggage claims:
1. All AHL files should be issued and after necessary tracing action with CBTO, the complete
file (i.e. PIA card, Content list, Claim Form, AHL/DPR report and receipt of suit case) should
be sent to CSHO for settlement.
2. The concerned staff members should be advised to contact the Manager Baggage Services
directly.
Damage and pilferage baggage claims:
1. A DBR (Ref: Annexure – II) should be issued and the complete file should be sent to
CSHO for settlement.
2. The concerned staff member should be advised to contact the CSHO directly.
Delay baggage claims:
1. An AHL should be completed and the claim should be treated the same as a commercial
passengers claim (refer instruction).
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure – II)
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10. SOP for Handling Baggage Claims of Operational Crew
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of baggage claims
of operational crew on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor
(Int. &Dom.)
d) Procedure:
Lost Baggage Claims:
1. An AHL file should be issued and after necessary tracing action with LL
staff/officer, the complete file should be sent to our CSHO for settlement.
2. The concerned staff member should be advised to contact the CSHO.
Damage and pilferage baggage claims:
1. A DPR (Ref: Annexure – II) should be issued and the complete file should be sent
to CSHO.
2. The concerned staff member should be advised to contact the CSHO.
Delay baggage claims:
1. If the baggage fails to arrive at a slip station, an AHL has to be completed.
2. The concerned crew member may ask for an advance against salary of up to (or
its local equivalent0 for each day of the slip up to maximum of 3 days.
3. The Station Manager at the concerned station should make the necessary
arrangements for payment.
4. When the baggage is returned to the concerned crew member, they may retain any
new items purchased and 50% of the purchase price will be reimbursed by the
Company, on production of the purchase receipts.
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual.
f) Related Records:
Damage Baggage Report (Ref: Annexure – II).
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11. SOP for Handling Baggage Claims Registered With Another Airline
a) Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure will be followed for settlement of baggage claims
registered with another airline on all international and domestic fights.
b) Scope/Application:
Domestic and International arrivals at all stations.
c) Responsibilities:
Assistant Manager Baggage Services, ASM (Arrivals), Baggage Supervisor (Int. &Dom).
d) Procedure:
1. Station Manager receiving a claim from a passenger that has been registered with
another airline should send the claim to the local office of the concerned airline where
PIR is issued with the request to reply passenger directly.
For example, Mr. X traveling BKK/KHI with PIA and KHI/FRA with KLM. On his
return to Bangkok, he contacts the Station Manager in Bangkok for his claim raised
with KLM in Frankfurt. This claim should be referred to the local office of KLM for
settlement. The specimen letter under heading „Claim Raised with Interline
Carrier‟ should be used for such incidents.
2. However, only for special cases, the Station Manager can conclude the claim with the
passenger directly to retain their goodwill. The claim file should be sent to CSHO to
obtain the approval from the concerned airlines.
e) Related Documents:
IATA Baggage Handling Manual
f) Related Records:
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12. SOP for Claim Settlement under Montreal Convention
a) Purpose:
This SOP will provide guidelines under which Baggage Handling Section at Station
and Head Office will settle cases under their respective claim settlement limits.
b) Scope:
This will be applicable on International travel only. This SOP will be applied on the
cases of baggage mishandling taking place in a state or jurisdiction where Montreal
Convention is applicable.
c) Responsibility:
Respective Station Managers/Baggage Officers and Baggage Handling Head Office
shall be responsible for implementation of this SOP.
d) Procedure:
1. Requirement of any documents or procedures or steps or any other thing used to
settle claim under Warsaw convention would remain unchanged.
2. However liability of PIA under Montreal convention would be limited to 1131 (1
SDR = 1.53 USD) unlike up to USD 400 in Warsaw convention. This liability
limit is subject to revision every 5 years in order to give effect to inflationary
trend so claim settler must be abreast to the latest liability limit under Montreal
convention.
3. PIA claim settler is supposed to settle claim using his rationale and common
judgment and based upon the complete damage/loss of baggage or partial
damage/loss of baggage scenario.
i. Complete Damage or Loss
If entire baggage of passenger is damaged or lost and he is demanding
more than the liability limit under Montreal Convention and his demand
can be verified than claim settler must settle claim at maximum liability.
However, if in the same case, passenger is demanding less than maximum
liability limit of PIA, than it would be wise to settle claim on actual
demand instead of maximum liability. However, proper verification of
claim is necessary.
ii. Partial Damage or Loss
In case passengers is carrying 02 pieces of baggage and out of 02 pieces,
01 piece is damaged or lost and 01 piece is received in good condition
while the passenger claim for damage or loss of 01 piece goes beyond the
maximum liability limit than claim settler should use his
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judgment/negotiation/bargaining to decide/finalize the case. In said case,
since PIA transported part of the baggage in good condition while only
part is lost or damage therefore, claim settler should not compensate the
passenger with the maximum liability under Montreal Convention.
However proper verification of claim is must requirement.
iii. Delay of Baggage:
In case of delay reasonable interim compensation would be given. Pax has
right to claim for loss if baggage is not delivered in 21 days from the date
baggage ought to have arrived.
4. Intercepted hand carry baggage would be considered as LRT for compensation
under Montreal convention.
5. In order to verify the claims, Passenger will be asked to provide receipt (or any
other related thing) of the valuables being claimed.
e) Related Document:
Montreal Convention 1999
f) Related Records:
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13. Important Notes
All legal, suspected fraudulent and insurance claims will be handled by CSHO. After
acknowledging the later with the concerned party, the complete file with comments and
recommendation is to be sent to CSHO.
Claims for First and Business Class and Economy Class passengers of commercial
importance, are to be treated cautiously and if needed, can be referred to CSHO with adequate
justification.
CSHO cannot possibly enter into correspondence with claimants from all PIA stations
network-wide who dispute our liability. Therefore, Station Managers should effectively and
sympathetically deal with such claims. If an increase in compensation is warranted, the claim
can be referred to CSHO with sound justification.
It is recommended that specimen letters provided by CSHO for all types of baggage claims
should be used as far as possible.
No claims for lost baggage can be settled without secondary/final tracing being done by
CBTO and authority obtained from CSHO.
It is the responsibility of the Station Managers at the concerned station to ensure that our
Ground Handling Agent follows these procedures and to bring to the attention of CBTO
/CSHO any irregularity at their station.
Claim from staff members traveling on a sublo or firm basis (not duty travel) should be
treated as a Commercial Passenger‟s Claim.
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14. Guidelines
All baggage claims are settled on the basis of „Weight‟ and not on value and therefore, it is
very important to record the checked in weight as shown on the ticket and the delivered
weight of all bags received when registering a baggage report. In case of damage/pilfered
baggage claim, the weight of the damaged/pilfered bag should be recorded separately.
No claims should be considered if not reported on arrival. In case of delayed delivery of
baggage, the airline should be notified regarding any subsequent damage or pilferage in
writing within 21 days from the date the baggage has been handed over to the passenger or
his representative.
FTAR telex or files should not be sent to CBTO /CSHO if the BIF has not been submitted by
the passenger. This is because secondary/final tracing and settlement is based on the contents
in the missing baggage. Therefore, all efforts must be made by staff to obtain the BIF for
speedy recovery of baggage or claim settlement. After primary tracing by the respective
station, such pending files are to be retained at station level until the passenger makes contact.
Claims for security items retrieved at the security check-in area are to be treated in
accordance with our procedures i.e. FTAR for online claims and the complete file in case of
interline claims, should be sent to CBTO.
Each station is responsible to update the World Tracer file with all information relating to the
claim raised.
Interline Claims for damage, pilferage, and delay and transportation expense settled at
CSHO).
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APPENDICES
1. Specimen Forms
2. Specimen Letters for Correspondence with Customers
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1. Specimen Forms
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(Annexure – I)
Property Irregularity Report (PIR)
(Annexure –II)
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Damage Baggage Report
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(Annexure – III)
Delivery Order
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(Annexure – IV)
Baggage Inventory Form Passenger’s Title: _________ Passenger’s Name: __________________________________ Ticket Number: __________________________________ PIR No: __________________________________ Baggage Colour: __________________________________ Baggage Brand: __________________________________ Declared Contents: 1. _______________________________
2. _______________________________ 3. _______________________________
4. _______________________________
5. _______________________________
6. _______________________________
7. _______________________________
8. _______________________________
Passenger’s Signature Bagg Supervisor’s Signature
Date: ______________ Date: ______________
Security Officer’s Signature
Date: ______________
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(Annexure – V) Baggage Claim Form
(Annexure –VI)
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Form of Release
(Annexure – VII)
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Final Tracer and Authorization Request
(Annexure – VIII)
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Forwarding Request Form
(Annexure – IX)
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Baggage Transfer / Forwarding Manifest
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2. Specimen Letters for Correspondence with Customers
(Annexure – X) Damage or Pilferage not Reported on Arrival
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(Annexure – XI) Pooled Passengers Cleared customs Before Registered Report and Courtesy PIR
Raised
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(Annexure – XII) Settlement of Pilferage Claim Based on Assessed Weight
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(Annexure – XIII) Settlement of pilferage Loss Based on Weight Loss
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(Annexure – XIV) Settlement of lost Baggage Claim Based on Weight Loss
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(Annexure – XV) Payment of Interim Relief
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(Annexure – XVI) Combined Settlement of Damage and Pilferage Claim
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(Annexure – XVII) Settlement of Bulky Hand Baggage Claim Retrieved at Gate
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(Annexure – XVIII) Settlement of Lost Baggage on Piece Concept when Interim Relief Compensation
is Paid
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(Annexure – XIX) Settlement of Lost Baggage Claim Based on Assessed Weight
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(Annexure – XX) Residents not entitled to Interim Relief
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(Annexure – XXI) Claim Registered on Interline Carrier
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(Annexure – XXII) Restating our offer
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(Annexure – XXIII) Claims registered as Baggage contains Valuables
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(Annexure – XXIV) Settlement of Lost Baggage Claims Based on Average Weight