This advisory circular ac provides operators with recommended procedures for managing cargo operations. Ground operations safety manual singapore changi airport. Iata has launched a cargo handling manual ichm to help airlines and cargo handlers work together more effectively while improving safety and efficiency in air cargo operations. This also means competent cargo staff, procedures, cargo information system. Responsibility leisure cargo gmbh dusfblt has been founded by ltu and swisscargo and manages among other carriers the sales of ltus aircraft cargo compartment capacity. Developing and using these comprehensive procedures is key to establishing a safe and efficient cargo operation. Any export air freight handling must be carried out in accordance with air rules. The chm helps airlines and cargo handlers to operate more effectively together, to improve efficiency and safety in air cargo operation s.
The airport operator should modify and adapt the contents to. In the cargo field, ata works with the airlines, the government, and shippers in developing improved standards and techniques in all phases of air cargo. The iata cargo handling manual is the first complete set of standards covering the operational activities of all stakeholders in the cargo handling. Air transport association of america ata a trade and service organization for u.
For this, saco backed by more than 50 years of experience, offers uld handling solutions ranging from basic systems for manual manoeuvring to fully mechanised and automated systems. It follows the process as described in the industry master operating plan mop a new iata csc. For more assistance, contact your site administrator. Unit load device uld ulds are used for the storage of cargo on the aircraft and are divided into two types.
Load planning guidance by aircraft type, model design series mds is contained in the. Aircraft handling and ramp supervision austrian training. Ata is an authoritative source of information on cargo matters such as air. Growth in air cargo anticipated to exceed passenger traffic growth in every major regional market forecasts anticipate the addition of more than 2,600 freighter airplanes by 2019, as nearly 1,100 current. Saudia cargo ebooking handbook saudia cargo ebooking handbook flight information you can search an appropriate flight for your booking by departure or arrival date and time booking submission after completing all mandatory fields in the booking screen click submit system response after clicking find flights button 14. This means that air cargo handling process is important for any airport or cargo handling agent who provides cargo handling services. This means that air cargo handling process is important for any airport or cargo. Establish the weight of the item of cargo and, where possible, the position of its. This manual both complements and supplements icao doc 9587 policy and guidance material on the economic regulation of international air transport, which is a. Moving air cargo globally is destined for a broad audience and for information only.
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The costs for administration depend on whether the airline is allcargo or combination and whether it provides a scheduler or charter service or both. Ground operations safety manual 12 issue 1 revision 1 1 introduction 1. Major changes like increased cost of air fuel, higher demand of traffic capacity, new regulations and an overall global risk in the aftermath of for example, a safety incident abroad will affect the whole industry moore, 2012. Ground operation manual csm cargo services manual csd consignment security. The appropriate day and night signals prescribed for cargo handling operations must be correctly displayed. Iata cargo handling manual launched air cargo news. Shippers of marine corps cargo will use facts for submission of atcmds for air eligible cargo. Air cargo handling process abstract air cargo business is a very important business for the global air transport market. The code of safe practice for cargo stowage and securing 8 cargo securing manual 11 movement of a ship in a seaway. Identify the need for a new cargo facilitys, modification of an existing cargo facility, or other reconfiguration or repurposing of an air cargo facility area, which may be identified by one or more entities. Be thoroughly familiar with the contents of the ships own cargo securing manual.
The final shape contour chosen in the buildup of a uld needs to fit the allocated aircraft type see page 15 for aircraft options. Cargo and aircraft operations united states antarctic. We provide our clients with the best endtoend logistics solutions particularly to supply chains all around the world. Pallets are secured by a net, attached to the rim of the pallet. The airport operator should modify and adapt the contents to fit local context, laws. Cargo loader mobile equipment with elevation platforms and powered rollers for loading unloading ulds on airplane main decks or lower lobes. Saudia cargo ebooking handbook saudia cargo ebooking handbook terminology ffr awb space allocation request message ffa awb space allocation answer message uu unable to confirm booking nn need confirmation request kk booking confirmed fwb electronic air waybill data fhl electronic house waybill data fsu freight status update for all shipment. As a result, companies involved with air cargo face growing challenges on how to organise this and how to get cargo from and to their customers safely and on time.
The sgha is a dynamic document that reflects the evolution of the ground handling business over time. Aircraft load planning and documentation, part iii, appendix v. Guidebook for air cargo facility planning and development. Standardized procedures for handling passengers and cargo. Cargo agent an agent appointed by an airline to solicit and process international air freight for shipments. The airport handling manual ahm is your definitive source for the industryapproved policies and standards covering all facets of safe and efficient ground operations. Doc airport cargo handling manual 201120 igli larashi.
Air cargo handling process ruder boskovic institute. Air cargo business is a very important business for the global air transport market. The costs for administration depend on whether the airline is all cargo or combination and whether it provides a scheduler or charter service or both. The airport fees are primarily landing and parking fees. This handbook is the essential reference manual of the ifacp. The ichm is the first complete set of standards covering the operational activities of all stakeholders in the cargo handling supply chain. Air cargo handling process for shipper and consignee. To ensure the operators cargo handling equipment, systems and appliances process will support safe and reliable operations. It has been estimated that complete conthe introduction of more efficient aircraft. Shippers of marine corps cargo will use facts for submission of atcmds for aireligible cargo.
It is neither a legally binding document, nor does it constitute a manual, standards or guidelines. Fm 5517 i field manual headquarters no 5517 department of the army washington, dc, 16 february 1999 cargo specialists handbook table of contents. Guidebook for air cargo facility planning and development explores tools and techniques for sizing air cargo facilities, including data and updated metrics for forecasting future facility requirements as a function of changing market and economic conditions. More efficient handling of cargo on themodal containers and mechanized equipment to ground could have as much impact on futuremove the containers between carriers or into growth and profitability of air cargo as wouldstorage. Gha ground handling agency acc air cargo consignments eu. Vaccum manual air cargo handling is a highrisk zone for musculoskeletal disorders caused by heavy weights and high frequency. Careful planning is made watertight, when right information about freight handling procedures is used.
Iata cargo standards manuals are the industry reference for air cargo shipment and handling, covering all your information needs from specific cases such as live animals, dangerous goods and perishables, to overall standards and procedures. Iata has launched a cargo handling manual ichm to help airlines and cargo handlers work together more effectively while improving safety. Handling service provider to sign a license or concession agreement in order for it to operate on the airport. Getting your freight to your customer punctually is the set goal detailed planning is an important part of air cargo forwarding. The sgha is a dynamic document that reflects the evolution. Icaos perspective, iata operations conference, vienna 16 april 20 cannot retrieve the url specified in the content link property. If a manual load plan is required, use dd form 2 or air force af form 4080, loadsequence breakdown worksheet. Airport handling manual international air transport association. The main content of this document is a template for a ground handling service provider agreement.
Load and unload time should be comparable to expected times for manual cargo handling for similar cargo delivery sizes in manned conditions. The ground handling costs include handling charges for the aircraft and cargo. The ichm helps airlines and cargo handlers to operate more effectively together, to improve efficiency and safety in air cargo operations. The cost itself of handling air cargo could significantly change due to major changes in the world market of air cargo.
For the purposes of this publication, the term air cargo is understood to include mail. Current load capacity and characteristics, center of gravity limitations, and cargo compartment capabilities are available in u. Manual on the regulation of international air transport. Cargo compartment requirements for air shipment of livestock faa order 8900. It helps airlines and cargo handlers to operate more effectively together, to improve efficiency and safety in air cargo operations. The basic principles of safe unit load device uld buildup. Oct 02, 2012 vaccum manual air cargo handling is a highrisk zone for musculoskeletal disorders caused by heavy weights and high frequency. Iata cargo handling manual ichm 3rd edition 2019, download. Basic rules for cargo stowage and securing be thoroughly familiar with the imo code of safe practice for cargo stowage and securing and any subsequent amendments. We are determined to providing international freight forwarding to supply chains globally and we are. Iata airport handling manual ahm 38th edition 2018 the iata cargo handling manual ichm is a complete set of standards for everyone involved in cargo operations. A guide to handling dangerous goods hipments page 3 of 4 the main classes of dangerous goods if a substance is found to meet the classification criteria for any of the 9 classes of dangerous goods, the transport of the goods must comply with the dangerous goods regulations for the modes of transport used. The iata cargo handling manual ichm is a complete set of standards for. The procedures included in the report may help airport.
The iata cargo handling manual chm is a complete set of standards for everyone involved in cargo operations. Airport handling manual international air transport. Provides the standard operating processes and procedures for ghas to follow, accepted and embraced by carriers and the air cargo industry. This reference manual indicates the implementation of a work health and safety management process and demonstrates the management of risks at work and notably on the ramp. The air intakes for these systems must be selected to prevent the entry of petroleum gas, if necessary by recirculation within the accommodationmachinery spaces. Access to facts may be obtained submitting a work ticket to the navy 311 customer support center tier 1 at toll free 18556289311, dsn 5106289311, or e. Director of ground handling department tirana international airport shpk tirana. If you do not pass the entry test you will not be able to participate in the course. Knowing air cargo handling process is one of the first steps to a successful planning an air freight shipment. Tia cargo handling manual tirana international airport shpk tirana. The iata cargo handling manual ichm is a complete set of standards for everyone involved in cargo operations. Air cargo handling teaching material linkedin slideshare. Ballast tank and void spaces within cargo tank block gad tests.
Eatc ground operations manual egom european air transport. Air services posts bagdrag information, the flight schedule, and updates on the transportation channel, at the mcc, and. Airports and air cargo overview the national academies press. Cargo handling 4 th edition effective 1 january 31 december 2020. It may be scissor or post design, or a forklift equipped with a non powered. Standard ground handling agreement global cargo and. Jan 19, 2018 20 mar 2017 the international air transport association has launched a new cargo handling manual to help airlines and cargo handlers work together more effectively. Reference manual that proves that the food items supplied by our service providers during flight handling operations are conform and high quality. Now is the time to migrate to the 20 version of the. Not all specific information concerning your airport can be provided in the selfstudy. Detailed informations are contained in the ltu cargo manual published by.
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