Airport Chk in Formalities

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AIRPORT CHECK-IN FORMALITIES

Presented by:Swati Singh


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AIRPORT CHECK-INAirport check-in uses service counters foundat commercial airports handling commercialair travel.Check-in is usually the first procedure for apassenger when arriving at an airport.As airline regulations require passengerscheck-in by certain times prior to thedeparture of a flight. This duration spans from30 min to 4 h depending on the destinationand airline.


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The check-in is normally handled by an airlineitself or a handling agent working on behalfof an airline.Passengers usually hand over any baggagethat they do not wish or are not allowed tocarry-on to the aircraft's cabin and receive aboarding pass before they can proceed toboard their aircraft.The airline check-in's main function, however,is to accept luggage that is to go in theaircraft's cargo hold.


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PASSENGER IDENTITY REGISTRATION

At the time of check-in one of the Agent's

primary duties is to check for valid

documents.

These include tickets, invitation letters,

passports, visas, etc. (depending on the type

of visit, the arrival and destination of the

trip).


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BAGGAGE REGISTARTIONAt the time of check-in, the passenger hands

over baggage which is checked by the airportsecurity and sealed.

Anything that is above the weight limit or

which is not allowed to be carried by thepassenger himself to the aircraft cabin is

usually handed over to the agent at the time

of check-in.

The baggage allowance, if any, is prescribed

by the airline and anything in excess will

warrant additional surcharges.


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SEATING REGISTRATIONUsually at the time of check-in, an option of

selecting the seats is offered.

The Agent may ask if a window or aisle seat

is wanted.


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ONLINE CHECK-INOnline check-in is the process in which

passengers confirm their presence on a flightvia the internet and typically print their own

boarding passes.

Depending on the carrier and the specificflight, passengers may also enter details such

as meal options and baggage quantities and

select their preferred seating.

Ryan air charges passengers a fee for not

using online check-in, except in certain limite

circumstances.Alaska Airlines was the firstto offer online check-in in se 1999.


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MOBILE CHECK-IN

In the mid-late 2000s, checking-in was madepossible using a passenger's mobile p. A GPRS

or 3G-capable Smartphone or an internet

capable PDA is required.

At the end of the mobile check-in process

some airlines would send a mobile boarding

pass or an electronic confirmation with a

barcode that can be presented to the staff

at check-in or scanned at the kiosks to

continue the check-in process (i.e. to have

boarding passes issued).


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GATE / LOUNGE CHECK-INAir New Zealand domestic services introducea self-check-in process allowing passengers

with bags to arrive and check-in at the

self-service kiosks up to 10 min prior to

departure time.

Passengers then attach the baggage tag and

drop the bag themselves at the baggage drop

belt)or proceed straight to the departure gate

when boarding using either their e-Pass or

m-Pass.


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CHANGE OF RESERVATIONS

In some situations, it may be necessary to

change a passenger's travel plans and the

check-in counter will handle these concerns.

This may involve changing itinerary, upgrading

class of travel, changing to an earlier or later

flight but such changes are subject to the

conditions of the tickets issued.


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SECURITY PROCEDURE

At every airport, the safety and security of

customers and staff are absolute priority.

To ensure the journey is a smooth one, the

passengers must ensure that they read the

latest regulations about what they can and

cannot take on board the aircraft.


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A) Hand baggage

Each airline has their own policy regarding

the amount of hand baggage size of check

in baggage and numbers that are allowed on

their aircraft and it is strongly recommendthat information regarding this is sought

directly from the Airline before travel.

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B) Liquids

Passengers will be allowed to take liquids,

gels and pastes of 100mls or less in their

hand baggage. These items must be removedfrom their hand baggage and x-rayed

separately or can be put in the check in

baggage.


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Liquids include:Water and other drinks, soups, syrups

Creams, lotions and oilsPerfumes

Lipsticks

Sprays

Gels, including hair and shower gelsContents of pressurized containers, including

shaving foam and other foams

Deodorants

Pastes, including toothpaste

Liquid-solid mixtures

Mascara

Any other item of a similar consistency.


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C) Hold and Hand Luggage

Hold and hand luggage must be below acertain weight and size. Passengers must

check with the airline for more information.

It is an offence to carry any of the followingitems into the aircraft cabin:

Toy or replica guns (plastic or metal)

Knives with blades more than 6cm

Razor blades

Disposable lighters or gas refills


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Scissors -with blades more than 6cm

Hypodermic syringes (unless supported by

medical evidence)

Hammers, nails, screwdriversSporting bats

Billiard, snooker or pool cues

Catapults and slingshots

Umbrellas - unless foldableAcid

Explosives

Gas cartridges or refills

PaintLighter fuel

Mercury

Restraining Items - handcuffs, fishing line,

restraining tape.


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D) Large electrical items / LaptopsLaptops and other complex items of electrical

equipment have to be removed from handluggage and screened separately.

E) MedicinesPassengers will also be allowed to carry in

their hand luggage medicines for use

during the flight provided that they have aprescription or doctors note for the medicatio

The passenger may only carry through securit

the quantity of liquid medication that is

required for their journey.


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F) Body Scanners

Every passengers clothes and body must be

checked with the help of body scanners and

metal detectors.

Passenger who refuses to use the scanner

will be denied travel.


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IMMIGRATION PROCESS1)Immigration check is done for allpassengers, Indians or foreigners, both at the

time of arrival and departure. The passports

are duly stamped at arrival as well as

departure.

2)All passengers, Foreigners as well as

Indians, coming to India or departing from

India are required to fill-up D(Disembarkation)

Card and E (Embarkation) Cards on arrival

and departure respectively.

Th f ll i i f ti i i d t b


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The following information is required to be

provided by the passengers in these cards:

1.Name and Sex2.Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Nationality

3.Passport details viz. number, place and

dates of issue/expiry.

4.Visa details viz. number, place and datesof issue/expiry (for arriving foreigners only)

5.Address in India

6.Flight number and date of

arrival/departure7.Occupation

8.Purpose of visit to/from India


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