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Volume is signicant, because trafc potential is a key factor in determining the maximum net revenue that can be derived from any commodity Directionality. Air cargo traffic is unidirectional. Air carriers also consider the transportation characteristics of the commodity as an important element in the rate-making process, such as density, weight, size Value of the service. Value of service is frequently an important factor in establishing a specic commodity rate, a specic commodity rate should allow the commodity to move in a volume that yields the maximum revenue in excess of the added costs of carrying the commodity Competition.

Where capacity exceeds demand, there is considerable pressure to lower rates. Rate reduction can be introduced by the least successful competitor to improve its market share or possibly by the principal carrier to generate new trafc Courtesy Ashgate Publishing www.

Optional Class Discussion While air cargo rates are significantly higher than surface transport rates, they offer a controlled environment and fast shipping speed. Based on the information provided in the book, which mode of transport would you propose for the following products: Clothing Electronics Flowers Diamonds Courtesy Ashgate Publishing www.

Review Questions Chapter 13 1. What is the difference between air express, air freight, and air mail service? Why was the early air mail service so important in establishing the U. Describe the basic concept of Federal Express. Why has this company revolutionized the air express business? Explain the role of the air freight forwarder in the air cargo business.

Why did the arrival of the jumbo jet prove to be both a boon and a bane for the air cargo business? Distinguish between integrated carriers, combination carriers, and all-cargo airlines, and give examples of each. Why have the integrated carriers gained a signicant market share in recent years? What effect has this had on airport planning? Do you think that air cargo revenue will ever exceed passenger revenue? Why or why not? Discuss several factors that will influence air cargo growth in the future.

List ve major commodities shipped by air. Why do you think they are shipped by air versus surface modes of transportation? Distinguish between general commodity rates and specic commodity rates. What are exception rates? What is priority reserved air freight? Speed package service? Describe several advantages of containerization. What are some of the special air freight services provided by air carriers? List and briefly describe six factors affecting air freight rates.

An aircraft may gross out before it spaces out, and vice versa. How is this related to air cargo? What are stacking losses? How does directionality affect air freight rates? Chapter 13 Checklist You Should Be Able To: Distinguish between air-express, air freight, and air mail services Discuss the role of the Railway Express Agency in the early development of air-express service in the United States Describe the concept of overnight air express as established by Federal Express Describe the role of air freight forwarders in the air freight business Explain why the arrival of jumbo jets in the early s proved to be both a boon and a bane for the cargo business Dene the three types of air cargo carriers and give examples of each Compare and contrast the role of air cargo today and in the future with the carriage of passengers and other modes of transportation Discuss the market for air freight in relation to the type of commodity carried and demand and distribution problems List some of the special air freight services provided by the carriers Discuss several types of air freight rates and factors affecting them.

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