American Airlines Lost Baggage Statistics
Mishandled baggage rates and historical trends for American Airlines
Baggage Handling Summary
Average6.03
Per 1,000 Bags
#3
Industry Rank
15.6M
Bags Handled
Worsening
Trend
Based on 3 months of BTS data
| Month | Bags Handled | Mishandled | Rate per 1k |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | 2,795,237 | 21,871 | 7.82 |
| Apr 2026 | 5,327,241 | 17,977 | 3.37 |
| Mar 2026 | 7,514,089 | 45,082 | 6 |
| Dec 2025 | 9,538,641 | 58,322 | 6.11 |
| Nov 2025 | 2,204,723 | 7,926 | 3.6 |
| Sep 2025 | 8,614,039 | 45,064 | 5.23 |
| Aug 2025 | 9,636,587 | 70,666 | 7.33 |
| Jul 2025 | 10,193,732 | 84,899 | 8.33 |
| Jun 2025 | 9,931,366 | 77,484 | 7.8 |
| May 2025 | 9,807,730 | 64,062 | 6.53 |
| Apr 2025 | 9,006,843 | 49,113 | 5.45 |
| Mar 2025 | 9,444,869 | 54,490 | 5.77 |
American Airlines mishandles approximately 6.03 bags for every 1,000 checked. This is an average rate — consider using a carry-on if possible.
Tips to Protect Your Bags
- Use an AirTag or GPS tracker in your luggage
- Take a photo of your bag before checking it
- Remove old baggage tags to avoid confusion
- Keep valuables and essentials in your carry-on
Quick Stats
Carrier CodeAA
RatingAverage
TrendWorsening
Industry Rank#3
Data Source
All data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Air Travel Consumer Report. Airlines are legally required to report mishandled baggage statistics.