The primary objectives of the Live Animals and Perishables Board (LAPB) include:
- The adoption of regulations for the acceptance, handling and loading of live animals in air transport
- The promotion of public awareness and government acceptance of the Live Animals Regulations
- Providing for an open forum for member airlines to exchange and develop information specific to the transport of live animals and perishables.
- Promoting an open dialogue with civil aviation authorities and shipping industry.
Meeting Schedule
The LAPB normally meets twice a year.
Membership
The LAPB consists of upto 12 members appointed by the Cargo Services Conference (CSC), each being an expert in the live animals or perishables area. The current LAPB Chairman is Mr. Gregg Pittelkow (Northwest Airlines).
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