PERSONAL EFFECTS

Gifts & Personal Things

Here's some information about logistics for shipping personal items by air:

·         Air freight

Air freight is a logistics service that involves transporting cargo by air. It can be used to ship a single gift or an entire household of personal items. 

·         Air waybill

An air waybill is a document that a carrier provides to a shipper that details the cargo's transportation arrangement, type, and receipt. 

·         Chargeable weight

Airlines generally charge customers based on the gross weight of their cargo. 

          Perishable cargo

Perishable cargo requires specialized air cargo transport because of its limited shelf life. 

·         All-cargo aircraft

All-cargo aircraft are only used for cargo transport, rather than a combination of cargo and passengers. 

Logistics is the process of transporting goods from one location to another. It involves selecting the best mode of transportation, such as air or land, and the best carrier based on cost, speed, and distance. Logistics also includes tracking and monitoring shipments, managing billing, and reporting on performance.

·         Air Cargo Advanced Screening (ACAS)

ACAS requires that all shipment contents information be filed with customs before the shipment can be sent by air abroad.