Demystifying PNR: The Digital Identity of Every Air Traveler
Demystifying PNR The Digital Identity of Every Air Traveler Please appreciate this blog on Medium: PNR Every time you book a flight, you’re assigned a seeming random six-character code, a string of letters and numbers. You might spot it in your confirmation email, on your boarding pass or even on your luggage tag. This code is more than just a reference number. It’s your Passenger Name Record (PNR) , a virtual profile that follows your journey from the time of booking to the moment you land at your final destination. In this blog, we’ll uncover what a PNR is, why it matters, and how it’s used in both airline operations and global security. What is a PNR? A Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a digital file created when a traveler books a flight. It holds essential details about the traveler and their trip, allowing airlines and travel agents to manage the booking and provide service throughout the journey. It’s often called a booking reference or record locator and typi...