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Aerospace Freight Logistics

An aircraft manufacturer needs thousands of supplier parts daily—from fasteners to electronics to engines.

Last updated: 8 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

Source: https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/aerospace-cargo/

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An aircraft manufacturer needs thousands of supplier parts daily—from fasteners to electronics to engines. Aerospace freight logistics coordinates this global supply chain by planning transport routes, negotiating air freight contracts, monitoring customs clearance and terminal handling times, storing parts under climate and vibration control, and documenting origin and handling in full traceability. Because production downtime is costly and quality defects jeopardize flight safety, this logistics domain often operates on just-in-time principles or maintains buffered inventories at manufacturing sites.

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