Urgent reminder to Aer Lingus passengers as new boarding and luggage changes set to affect thousands of flyers
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Aer Lingus has introduced new changes to their boarding and luggage process
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It's set to improve the travel experience for jetsetters flying with the airline
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The new changes will apply to both Aer Lingus' European and transatlantic flights, affecting thousands of jetsetters flying in and out of Ireland.
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The boarding system will now use groups to organise passengers before they board the flight.
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Group 1 includes AerClub Silver, Platinum, Concierge members, AerSpace customers and
Group 2 is for passengers allowed to bring a 10kg carry-on bag which will be noted on their boarding pass.
All other passengers board with Group 3 - which the airline said will help to reduce crowding at the gate.
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Passengers needing special assistance get to board first to ensure they have enough time and support.
Business Class travellers make up Group 1 for long-haul flights and have priority boarding.
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Group 2 includes AerClub Silver, Platinum and Concierge members.
Economy passengers are then split into Group 3 and Group 4, with those seated at the back boarding first to make cabin boarding smoother.
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This new approach is part of Aer Lingus' efforts to improve the travel experience for passengers, including enhanced digital services and
Your boarding group will be printed on your boarding pass or available on the Aer Lingus app, so check before you arrive at the gate.
The airline said that flyers should arrive at the gate on time and follow the boarding group order to avoid any delays.
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