Air Cargo Law and Convention (classroom)

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About the course

2-day (16 hours) classroom course

IATA Air Cargo Law and Convention aviation training course

Examine the impact of air cargo law developments on the airline business, and understand the different approaches and solutions to the complex air cargo law issues. You will review the international conventions on air law in relation to cargo liability, gain an overview of the IATA Cargo Service conference and IATA Cargo Agency conference, and explore the difference between agent and forwarder liability.

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Course code: TALL-11

Course format

Prerequisites

  • Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
  • 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

In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

Next class

Air Cargo Law and Convention (classroom)

United Kingdom, London (IATA)
19 - 20 June, 2023
Register before May 29, 2023 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 29 May
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 173024
English
USD 1,223
USD 1,601
Regular
USD 1,790

2 additional classes are scheduled

Air Cargo Law and Convention (classroom)

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
25 - 26 September, 2023
Register before Jun 25, 2023 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 04 Sep
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 172428
English
USD 1,058
USD 1,361
Regular
USD 1,512

Air Cargo Law and Convention (classroom)

United States, Miami (IATA, ACCET Accredited)
5 - 6 December, 2023
Register before Jun 05, 2023 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 14 Nov
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 184745
English
USD 992
USD 1,276
Regular
USD 1,418

Accett

The IATA Training Center in Miami is ACCET Accredited

Miami Training Center Information

What you will learn

On completion of this course you will be able to:

  • Describe the key points of the Warsaw and Montreal conventions in relation to cargo transportation
  • Examine the liability of airlines for loss of or damage to cargo
  • Explain how multimodal transportation (air/road) affects the liability of air carriers
  • Identify the legal challenges faced by e-freight and e-air waybill
  • Apply recommended cargo practices and standard conditions of contract
  • Describe the IATA Cargo Agency Program

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

  • Cargo liability under the international air law conventions
  • Cargo liability in multimodal (air/road) cargo transportation
  • IATA Resolutions and Recommended Practices on cargo-related documents of transport
  • Agent versus forwarder liability
  • The multilateral e-air waybill (e-AWB) agreement

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

  • Airline in-house counsel
  • Shippers’ in-house counsel, including freight forwarders
  • Government officials involved in the air transport sector
  • Aviation lawyers in private practice
  • Lawyers in related fields seeking an understanding of international air cargo law

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

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