# air freight process

*Last updated: 2026-06-12*

> The air freight process encompasses the complete value chain of an air shipment.

The air freight process encompasses the complete value chain of an air shipment. It begins with booking through an airline or freight forwarder and proceeds through documentation (air waybill, invoices, customs declarations), pickup and preparation at the origin airport, customs clearance, loading, air transport, ground handling at the destination airport, customs processing, and final delivery to the consignee. Digital tracking systems and data exchange platforms monitor the entire flow.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/logistics/air-freight/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/logistics/air-freight/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | air freight process |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 69 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-12 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/logistics/air-freight/ |

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