Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

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Did you know that in the past 5 years, 424 participants from 65 countries have taken this course with IATA?

About the course

1-day (4 hours) LIVE virtual classroom course

IATA Air Cargo Fundamentals aviation training course

Are you looking to start a career in the air cargo industry or quickly deploy new resources in this crucial sector? IATA’s one-day Air Cargo Fundamentals course, led by an industry expert, provides a fast and effective introduction. You will gain essential knowledge of the key terms, equipment, documents and procedures used in global air cargo. By the end of the course, you'll be well-prepared to make an immediate and impactful contribution in your role.

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Course code: TCGG-32-VC

Course format

  • The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
  • The course will be held over 1 day.
  • There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions of 120 minutes.
  • The course will include live interactive virtual classroom sessions requiring your participation, multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
  • Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

Please verify your hardware, software and network to support your upcoming course with IATA Training.

Prerequisites

  • Recommended level is Entry-level.
  • The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.

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Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session EMEA (IATA)
26 February, 2025
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 240282
English
USD 450
USD 580
Regular
USD 645
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Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Americas (IATA)
5 March, 2025
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 238417
English
USD 450
USD 580
Regular
USD 645

2 daily LIVE sessions:
10:00-12:00 & 13:00-15:00 Miami/Montreal
16:00-18:00 & 19:00-21:00 Geneva/Paris
19:00-21:00 & 22:00-0:00 Dubai
15:00-17:00 & 18:00-20:00 UTC
Please note that these timings may be subject to change.

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Seats selling fast

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Americas (IATA)
31 March, 2025
Register before Mar 10, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 17 Mar
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229848
English
USD 350
USD 480
Regular
USD 545

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Americas (IATA)
4 June, 2025
Register before Mar 04, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 13 May
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 238418
English
USD 360
USD 464
Regular
USD 516

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session EMEA (IATA)
11 June, 2025
Register before Mar 11, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 20 May
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 240283
English
USD 360
USD 464
Regular
USD 516

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Asia (IATA)
23 June, 2025
Register before Mar 23, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 09 Jun
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229982
English
USD 360
USD 464
Regular
USD 516

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session EMEA (IATA)
27 August, 2025
Register before Feb 27, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 05 Aug
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 240284
English
USD 338
USD 435
Regular
USD 484

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Americas (IATA)
3 September, 2025
Register before Mar 03, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 12 Aug
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 238419
English
USD 338
USD 435
Regular
USD 484

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session Americas (IATA)
3 December, 2025
Register before Jun 03, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 11 Nov
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 238420
English
USD 338
USD 435
Regular
USD 484

Air Cargo Fundamentals (LIVE virtual classroom)

Virtual Session EMEA (IATA)
3 December, 2025
Register before Jun 03, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 11 Nov
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 240285
English
USD 338
USD 435
Regular
USD 484

What you will learn

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

  • Summarize standard terms used in air cargo
  • Identify aircraft types and equipment
  • Recognize important air cargo documents including Air WayBill
  • Describe various stakeholders and their roles in air cargo
  • Differentiate between various cargo types
  • Discuss the term “Ready for carriage”

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

  • Air cargo business and industry terms
  • Aircraft and equipment
  • Special cargo
  • Documents
  • Basic rating principles: actual weight, volume weight, consolidations
  • Stakeholders: shippers, forwarders, consignees
  • Regulatory authorities’ key topics

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

  • New entrants to the air cargo industry
  • Employees from other areas to be deployed in air cargo sales or operations
  • Junior agents, interns, counter clerks, operations personnel

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

This course is essential for my development as an instructor in the field.

- Sampson Duodu , July 15, 2024

As a startup airline preparing to launch air cargo, this course is essential for us.

- Sonke Shabangu , July 15, 2024

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