Analysis of Malaysia Airlines Check-in Service Process at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport During COVID-19 Pandemic
Purpose: This study aims to understand and analyze the check-in service process at Malaysia Airlines at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport during the COVID-19 pandemic, including procedures, roles of ground handling staff, and operational constraints faced during the departure process.
Research Methodology: This research uses a qualitative approach through direct observation, interviews with ground handling staff, and literature study. The study focuses on four main aspects: facilities and infrastructure, workforce, work procedures, and implementation of operational activities.
Results: Check-in and boarding followed SOP but required additional health document verification. Ground handling staff played a key role in assisting passengers and ensuring compliance. Main constraints included incomplete documents, schedule and gate changes, and limited facilities.
Conclusions: The pandemic increased the complexity of check-in processes. Effective operations depend on staff accuracy, coordination, adaptability, adequate facilities, and clear information dissemination.
Limitations: This study is limited to one airline (Malaysia Airlines) and one location (Soekarno-Hatta International Airport), which may not fully represent conditions in other airlines or airports. The data is also based on a specific time period during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contributions: This research contributes to the understanding of aviation service operations during crisis conditions, particularly in check-in and boarding processes.
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