Streamlining Cargo Operations

Each day, U.S. airlines move nearly 50,000 tons of cargo, contributing to the global economy and making life easier by bringing everyday items directly to you, the consumer. Both passenger and cargo carriers provide a variety of reliable cargo services, delivering goods to their final destination more efficiently than any other means of transportation.

Cargo is a priority for our members, as airlines continue to be the preferred method to move valuable and highly perishable products across the country and around the world. Cargo carried by airlines represents more than one-third the value of all transported goods. Some of these include live animals, human organs for transplant, urgent air mail, industrial parts needed for repairs and perishables like fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, flowers and much more.

To ensure the safety of passengers and employees, airlines work with government agencies to implement a range of safety and security measures for air cargo and its supply chain – from manufacturers and shippers to forwarders and carriers. Around the world, governments are working together to enhance and further expedite the shipping experience and develop risk-based security programs that would set cargo standards across countries and regions.

• Partnering in Safety & Security
• Enhancing Passenger Experience
• Streamlining Cargo Operations