Air transport

1. WHAT IS AIR TRANSPORTATION?

Air transport in a broad sense is the combination of economic and technical factors that exploit the efficient transport process by aircraft. In a narrow sense, it can be defined as the movement of aircraft in the air or more clearly, the use of aircraft to transport goods, luggage, passengers or parcels from one location to another. is different.

Air cargo is known to be the goods used by aircraft to transport, also known as goods transported by air.

2. NOTES WHEN SHIPPING GOODS BY AIR

Transporting goods and items of high value in need of safety always requires specialized transportation methods, but air freight services are reputable services that can excellently solve the problem. This is for you. Here are some notes when sending goods by air you need to know:

2.1 Identify goods in accordance with regulations

You must ensure that the contents of the item are items that are not prohibited by international regulations during transit. You must complete the profile and describe the goods fully and accurately, and at the same time, take responsibility before the law for the product\'s information problem if an error is detected.

2.2 Goods must have valid papers

Transporting goods by air has strict regulations that require you to strictly comply with the regulations of the airline. Accordingly, when transporting goods, you must prove the origin, full stamps and valid paperwork.

2.3 Pay attention to the weight of the goods

Shipping by air has very clear regulations on the weight of goods and limits on the allowed weight to be transported. Air transport offers many outstanding advantages in terms of speed and safety.

Air freight accepts small and medium weight goods, if you transport large volumes, you need land or water transport.

Goods must be properly packed

2.4 Pack the goods carefully

For goods transported by air, you need to comply with the prescribed packing process. Food products need to be packed in wooden crates, fresh goods need to be kept cold and accompanied by ice, which can be dry ice, wet ice or liquefied gas. The whole process of packing goods must be strictly in accordance with regulations.

Note that food products must not be transported together with toxic goods, which are likely to be contaminated with food that will not be safe for users.

2.5 Clearly write the recipient\'s address information

Because shipping by air is often applied to goods that need to be transported quickly, goods of high value. Therefore, when filling in the recipient\'s information, you should check it carefully to avoid the case that the goods are sent back due to the unknown destination, causing great damage to you.

2.6 Customs fees

The airline transporting the goods you consigned will carry out the customs procedures on your behalf. However, if there is any other situation related to the goods information is not correct as in the declaration of information, the customer must be responsible for the costs and related losses. The airline only pays the terms related to the previous consignment contract declared by the customer.

3. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF AIR TRANSPORTATION

Of course, in each mode of transport there will be advantages and disadvantages, air transport is no exception. Below are the advantages and disadvantages of air transportation that you need to know.

3.1 Advantages of shipping by air:

• Airplanes are the fastest means of transport in current modes of transport with an average speed of about 800-1000km/h

• Easy to connect with countries around the world due to unobstructed terrain surface

• High safety for perishable, valuable goods

• Fast, on-time service due to high-speed travel

• Minimizing the arising when the goods are checked seriously, no loss, no theft

• Lower shipping insurance due to less risk than other methods

• The storage fee is usually minimal due to the characteristics of the goods and the speed of processing procedures quickly…

3.2 Disadvantages of shipping by air:

• Transport volume is smaller than other methods

• Not suitable for transporting bulky goods, goods with large volume

• The list of goods is less diversified, not suitable for transporting low-value goods

• Strict cargo censorship process as well as many item restrictions to ensure flight safety

• Being affected by the weather, the flight may be delayed due to storms, fog, thunderstorms....

• High freight rates per Kilogram

4. LV AIR TRANSPORT SERVICES – SERVICE

With many years of experience in the field of international air freight transport, Long Van Service Co., Ltd is proud to be one of the leading air transport companies in Ho Chi Minh City. We specialize in providing transportation services