# air freight chain

*Last updated: 2026-06-12*

> The air freight chain describes the network of organizations, infrastructure, and processes required to transport goods by aircraft.

The air freight chain describes the network of organizations, infrastructure, and processes required to transport goods by aircraft. Key actors include airlines (carriers), freight forwarders, shippers, ground handlers, and customs authorities. Technically, the chain comprises airports, cargo facilities, warehouses, and transport networks. Data flows – electronic air waybills, customs messages, tracking information – connect all participants. Seamless operations require coordination across actors and compliance with international standards.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/topics/freight/air-cargo/air-cargo-supply-chain/](https://www.iata.org/en/topics/freight/air-cargo/air-cargo-supply-chain/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | air freight chain |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 67 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-12 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/topics/freight/air-cargo/air-cargo-supply-chain/ |

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