Are Airport responsible for lost items?
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Airports generally are not legally responsible for lost personal items unless they were left in an area under airport management and lost due to staff negligence. Hereâs a breakdown of how responsibility is typically handled:
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Airport is potentially responsible if:
The item was lost within the terminal (e.g., security check, lounges, restrooms) and not returned due to mishandling by airport staff.
Items were checked into a left luggage facility or storage locker operated by the airport and went missing while in custody.
â Airport is not responsible if:
The item was left behind by the passenger (e.g., at a gate, restroom, café).
The item was lost on an aircraft â this becomes the airlineâs responsibility.
The item was stolen or misplaced by the traveler in a public or unsecured area, such as curbside pickup or parking lots.
