Apple Maps users have noticed a strange bug showing baggage claim icons at airports across the U.S. and beyond. The icons appear even when users aren’t searching for anything travel-related, causing confusion and curiosity online.
The issue came to light after Reddit users reported seeing these icons during highly zoomed-out map views. At that level, the maps normally display only major city names and state lines. However, the baggage claim symbols are oddly visible, standing out with no context.
Not All Airports Affected
Interestingly, the glitch doesn’t affect every airport. Some locations display the icons, while others do not. The spots are marked with terminal numbers or codes, which would be useful for someone navigating inside an airport—but at this zoom level, they serve no purpose.
Though minor, the issue has gained attention because of its odd placement and inconsistency. Some speculate it’s a server-side error rather than a problem with the app itself.
Apple Maps’ History of Bumps
Apple Maps has had its fair share of bugs in the past. In early 2024, the app mistakenly marked a functioning restaurant in Australia as “permanently closed,” costing the business thousands in lost income. In another case, a road in Scotland was marked as drivable despite being pedestrian-only, leading to stuck vehicles.
Despite these issues, Apple Maps has made steady improvements since its rocky launch in 2012. According to reports, the app is now widely viewed as a strong alternative to Google Maps.
Fix Likely on the Way
While Apple hasn’t commented on the current glitch, experts believe it can be fixed without a major update. As the bug appears to be linked to Apple’s servers, a silent backend correction could resolve it.
Until then, users may continue to see stray baggage claim icons popping up in unlikely places—a quirky reminder that even the best software has off days.
