Losing baggage at the airport can be a frustrating experience, but Apple’s latest enhancement to the Find My app is making it easier for travelers to locate their missing items.
With the rollout of iOS 18.2, Apple introduced a feature that allows users to temporarily share the location of their AirTag-equipped belongings with airline staff, improving the chances of quickly recovering lost or delayed baggage.
More airlines are now integrating this functionality, expanding the list of carriers that support it. Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings have recently joined the ranks of Delta, United, Air Canada, and Air New Zealand in adopting the system.
This growing adoption signals a shift toward a more tech-driven approach to baggage handling, reducing the stress of misplaced luggage for both passengers and airline employees.
The feature enables iPhone, iPad, and Mac users running the latest software to generate a secure link within the Find My app, granting temporary access to an item’s location. Airline personnel can then view real-time updates on a web-based map, making it easier to assist passengers in retrieving their belongings.
Apple has implemented privacy safeguards to ensure that shared location data remains accessible only to authorized airline staff, with access automatically expiring after a set period or once the item is recovered.
Apple has been working closely with airlines to integrate this system, emphasizing security and ease of use. With more airlines expected to roll out support in the coming months, this development marks a significant step in using technology to enhance the travel experience.
