$3,800
domestic liability cap per passenger on United flights
14 days
average review turnaround from submission
Free
to start, we only earn when you recover
How RecoverAir handles United baggage claims
United Airlines uses a multi-step baggage claim process that places the burden of documentation entirely on the traveler. Delays, partial offers, and exclusion clauses reduce payouts for most claimants who navigate the process alone.
RecoverAir takes over from the moment you submit. We review United's liability basis, compile your documentation, push back on partial offers, and pursue every dollar your claim supports.
Frequently asked questions
What does United Airlines owe me for lost baggage?
On domestic flights, United is liable for up to $3,800 per passenger. International flights under the Montreal Convention cap liability at approximately $1,800. RecoverAir determines which framework applies and pursues the correct amount.
United is still calling my bag delayed after 3 weeks, what do I do?
After 21 days, most international rules classify a bag as lost regardless of the airline's designation. RecoverAir escalates your claim to lost baggage status and pursues the appropriate liability.
United offered me a partial settlement, should I accept?
Do not accept without review. Initial settlement offers from United often do not reflect full entitlement. RecoverAir reviews the offer against your documented loss and advises whether to accept or counter.
How do I document what was in my lost United bag?
Credit card statements, receipts, photographs, and purchase records all support your claim. RecoverAir guides you through documentation requirements and helps you build the strongest possible itemized list.
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