American Airlines Cargo has introduced new redesigned tracking functionalities on its website. Developed to increase visibility into the entire shipping process and offer a more customised experience, the enhanced tracking capabilities will improve shipment visibility for all customers from booking to delivery, the carrier said. The enhanced features include: Live 'at-a-glance' status updates via color-coded progress bars; detailed flight, AWB and Customs information; simple access and … [Read more...] about AA Cargo enhances cargo tracking ability
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AA Cargo adds three European destinations
American Airlines Cargo has introduced three new mainland European cities - Athens, Lisbon and Venice - to its summer schedule for 2015. Cargo service between Lisbon and Philadelphia as well as Venice and Philadelphia commenced on 29 March. Service between the Greek capital, Athens and Philadelphia will start on 15 April. Lisbon and Athens will be served using a B757 aircraft, and Venice will see an A330-300. “These are three great additions … [Read more...] about AA Cargo adds three European destinations
New AA Cargo non-stop JFK to Madrid
American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) has announced a new cargo service to Spain from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Effective immediately, AA Cargo is offering daily nonstop 757 service to Madrid's Barajas International Airport (MAD). The new Madrid lane marks American Airlines' fourth direct lane into Spain–with three flight options into Madrid and one into Barcelona from the US. The enhanced global network is designed to provide customers with … [Read more...] about New AA Cargo non-stop JFK to Madrid
AA Cargo opens LAX cargo terminal
American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) today opened its relocated cargo terminal at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The facility will offer streamlined handling capability—including a 3,000-square-foot cooler for perishables and expanded areas for courier cargo, mail processing and a designated holding area for live animals. “AA Cargo’s new facility is designed to enhance our customers’ shipping experience by increasing our cargo handing … [Read more...] about AA Cargo opens LAX cargo terminal
American jumps onto perishables bandwagon
American Airlines Cargo Division (AA Cargo) has joined a swath of other airlines seeking to tap the higher yield perishables and pharma market, announcing recently the launch of its express temperature-controlled service – ExpediteTC. The airline is now offering ExpediteTC to its customers worldwide; following what it said was a highly successful trial in the early summer across 10 international origin and destination city pairs. AA Cargo said it worked closely with specialist … [Read more...] about American jumps onto perishables bandwagon
AA ups max weight for packages as it covets higher-yield
American Airlines (AA) is targeting higher-yield traffic by increasing the weight limit for its small package shipments. The ceiling for its Priority Parcel Service (PPS) has gone up from 70 pounds (31.8 kilograms) to 100 pounds. PPS traffic moves on the next flight out and requires no advance booking and the carrier sells the product via ticket counters, cargo terminals and dedicated PPS facilities to courier companies and commercial shippers and consumers. The higher weight limits apply only … [Read more...] about AA ups max weight for packages as it covets higher-yield
