lentorahtikirjaa

Lentorahtikirja, commonly referred to in English as an air waybill (AWB), is a document used in international air cargo transport that accompanies shipments. It is issued by the air carrier or its agent and serves as a receipt for the goods as well as evidence of the contract of carriage between the shipper and the carrier.

The purpose of the lentorahtikirja is to formalize the carriage arrangement, enable customs clearance, and support billing and tracking. It represents the terms under which the carrier agrees to transport the goods, and it is typically used alongside the cargo’s physical movement. In practice, there can be a master air waybill issued by the carrier and a house air waybill issued by a freight forwarder for the shipper’s shipment.

A lentorahtikirja contains essential information about the shipment. Key fields include the shipper’s and consignee’s names and addresses, the issuing carrier, airport of origin and destination, flight details, date and place of issue, the number of pieces and weights (gross and chargeable), a description of the goods, and any handling instructions or special requirements. The document also lists charges, insurance details, and references needed for tracking and customs. When applicable, it includes dangerous goods information, such as proper shipping name, UN number, and DG class.

Formats and status can vary. Traditionally, the lentorahtikirja is a physical document with a distinctive number (an AWB number, often tied to a 3-digit airline prefix and a serial number). Today, many shipments use electronic air waybills (eAWB). It is important to note that the lentorahtikirja is not a bill of lading and does not, by itself, transfer title to the goods.