Airlines have said they will use an innovative travel tracker to help find missing bags. For some time now, many passengers have been attaching an Apple AirTag to their luggage, just in case their bags go walkabout when travelling.

Last week, we reported on a new feature in the Find My app on the iOS 18.2 beta that allows you to temporarily share an AirTag's location with

Apple officially announced a new Find My feature coming with iOS 1.2 that lets users share their AirTag location with an airline.

Apple has partnered with multiple airlines and SITA to support Share Item Location. This helps airlines recover missing luggage with an AirTag securely.

Apple has announced a new feature allowing users to share the location of an AirTag or Find My network with third parties, including airlines, to help travelers locate lost luggage.

Two years ago, I declared Apple's AirTags a travel essential when they saved my sanity during a luggage delay as I returned from my honeymoon. As a frequent flier, I continue to sing their praises and encourage anyone who is checking luggage on a flight to invest in the coin-size trackers.

Apple is rolling out a new “Find My” location service that will be integrated into airline customer service at companies like Delta and United.

Apple partnered with over 15 airlines, including Delta and United, as part of a new AirTags feature expected to launch later this year.

Apple is making it easier for airlines to track down your lost luggage, and the Silicon Valley company said Monday that at least 15 carriers will accept the new tool.