An airbill serves as a receipt of goods for an airline and outlines the conditions of transport. Unlike an ocean bill of lading, it is a non-negotiable document, meaning it does not grant title to the goods, just the right to claim them upon delivery. It includes the shipper and consignee details, routing instructions, and an eleven-digit tracking number.
Heard on the job
Make sure the master airbill is attached to the consolidation before the courier arrives.
Insider tip
Always double-check the weight and dimensions on the airbill against the physical cargo, as airlines will bill based on the higher of the actual or volumetric weight.
Also heard as
- air waybill
- AWB