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Complaint surge at Balearic airports: Who bears responsibility for broken suitcases?

The luggage handling chain at Balearic airports

An overview of who bears responsibility for damaged or missing bags at Mallorca's airports and how claims are handled.

Published: August 18, 2026
Complaint surge at Balearic airports: Who bears responsibility for broken suitcases?

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Who is responsible for luggage handling at Balearic airports and how are claims processed?

Responsibility is shared along the chain: the airline, the contracted ground handler, and the airport operator, with regulators overseeing consumer protection. Liability and the claims process depend on contracts and documented procedures for reporting and inspecting damage.

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