If you lost your luggage with the airline, you should file a claim with the airline as soon as possible. Be sure to take note of the flight number, departure and arrival times, and the number of pieces of your luggage. You should also take a photo of your baggage tag and/or boarding pass with the luggage information on it. The airline will provide you with a claim form and instructions for filing a claim. They may also provide you with a tracking number to follow the status of the claim. As part of the claim process, you will likely need to provide proof of ownership and the value of the item(s) lost in the luggage. This is the sample how to write an email for lost luggage and claim compensation :
Contents
Sample Letter 1:
Your Name
Company Name
Street Address
City, ST ZIP Code
Date
Recipient Name
Title
Organization Name
Street Address
City, ST ZIP Code
Dear Recipient Name:
Regarding claim # ABC1234
Enclosed is a list of the contents and replacement value of the contents of my suitcase that was lost by American Airlines on Flight #318 on May 5, 20XX. I have included a copy of the purchase receipts for several of the most costly items, including a new business suit and several pieces of electronic equipment.
According to your claims office, I can expect to receive payment for the suitcase and its contents within thirty days. Please keep me advised of the progress of my claim.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Sample Letter 2 :
Subject: Lost Luggage
Dear [Name of Airline],
I am writing to report that I have lost my luggage on my flight [Flight Number] from [Departure Airport] to [Destination Airport] on [Date].
The bag is a [Color] [Brand] suitcase with a [Description of any distinctive features]. I checked the bag in at [Name of Departure Airport], and I have the [Receipt Number or Baggage Tag Number] for the bag.
I would be grateful if you could help me locate the bag as soon as possible. Please let me know if there is a way I can assist in the search. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your time and assistance.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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