AN AIRPORT whizz has revealed how you can make sure your luggage is first off the plane.
The clever trick can revolutionise your travel experience and all it takes is one trick question.
Radio host, Catherine Duranceau, asked her listeners: “Isn’t it annoying when you wait for your luggage for hours?”
She added: “I’ve got a trick so that you get your luggage quickly.”
“If your luggage is the last to be placed on the plane it will be the first to come out, when you think about it it’s logic.
“If only we knew all this time. When you check your suitcase ask airport staff to put a fragile sticker on it. That means it will be placed above others to prevent it being damaged.
“This is because it’s supposed to be fragile and it will be the first to be unloaded.
It comes as a frequent flyer has revealed the two pre-airport checks he always makes to avoid travel delays.
R. Carter Langston has spent more time than most in airports and has picked up valuable tips to ensure the experience runs as smoothly as possible.
Sharing his helpful hacks with thrillist he first explained how timing is key for a pleasant airport experience.
He advised travellers to avoid going to the airport early in the morning or late in the afternoon as they’re the busiest times.
“Airports experience high traffic periods, just like roads,” Langston explained.
He added: “So, if you’re flying early in the morning or late in the afternoon, think 4 pm to 6 pm, expect it to be a bit busier.”
The seasoned traveller’s next tip is to pack an empty bag to ensure there’s no unintentional prohibited item which has snuck its way in.
This will ensure you breeze through security and can spend ample time browsing duty-free.
