Air Cargo shipping is one of the most popular methods of transport due to its speed and ability to ship a wide variety of goods. Air transport is divided into two main categories: Air Courier and Air Cargo. In this article, we will focus on Air Cargo shipping—what it is, which types of goods it is suitable for, and why it could be a great option for those looking to ship goods internationally.

What is Air Cargo?

Air cargo is the transportation of goods or packages by airplane. It is a fast and efficient method for delivering goods that need to be moved via air to their destination.

Key features of air cargo include:

Speed and Time: Air freight is the fastest form of transportation compared to other methods like land or sea transport, ensuring that goods reach their destination quickly and on time.

Efficiency: Airplanes can carry larger quantities and heavier items compared to other transportation methods, such as sea or land transport.

Access to Hard-to-Reach Areas: In some areas or regions that are difficult to access by land or sea, airplanes can make it easier to deliver goods to those locations.

Expedited Manufacturing: Air transportation can help speed up production processes and the shipment of machinery or industrial factory goods.

Additionally, air cargo is typically a Door to Port service, where the goods are shipped to an airport in the destination country via leading airlines such as Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, and Emirates Airlines. You can select the flight and the destination airport, or choose the nearest airport to the final destination. When shipping goods by air to a port, the sender must register with the Customs Department and complete the necessary export customs procedures. Once the goods are ready, they need to be transported to the departure airport.

The documents required for export include:

Invoice / Packing List: A document detailing the items and their value, prepared by the sender or the packer.

Air Waybill: A shipping document issued by the airline or its agent.

Other documents

required by the Customs Department or relevant government agencies. These documents will be sent along with the goods for the recipient to clear the items through customs at the destination country.

Once the goods arrive at the destination airport, a customs agent will need to clear the goods, pay any import duties, and arrange for the shipment to be delivered to the final destination.

What Types of Products is Air Cargo Suitable For?

Air Cargo is suitable for shipping large quantities of goods or special items, such as:

• Certain types of hazardous goods
• Goods that need temperature control
• Goods that require full customs procedures upon arrival at the destination

How Long Does Air Cargo Shipping Take?

Air Cargo shipping typically has a set delivery time based on the airline's flight schedule. However, external factors such as weather conditions or strikes may cause delays beyond the usual delivery times.

How is Air Cargo Pricing Calculated?

Shipping costs for air cargo can be calculated by comparing two methods:

• Actual Weight in kilograms (kg)
• Dimensional Weight, calculated by measuring the size of the box using the formula: Width x Length x Height (cm) / 6,000 The higher value between actual weight and dimensional weight will be used to calculate the shipping cost.

Air Cargo is a shipping method where goods are delivered to the destination airport or port. It is ideal for those who prefer to pick up their goods at the airport or port and handle the customs clearance themselves. If you're looking to export or import goods, CPLINTER is ready to offer guidance on all aspects of shipping. You can contact CPL at 02-519-4426, 091-519-4426, or via Line @cplinter. For more information, visit www.cplinter.com and don’t forget to follow our informative program, CPL What is.