Air freight operation process refers to the entire process of transporting goods by air from the place of origin to the destination. In this process, multiple parties are involved in cooperation, including shippers, airlines, freight forwarders, airports, customs, etc. This article will introduce the various stages of the air freight operation process and related precautions to help readers better understand and cope with air freight operations. 1、 The first step in the air freight operation process for cargo consignment is cargo consignment. The shipper needs to provide detailed information about the goods, including the name, weight, volume, quantity, packaging method, place of origin, destination, flight number, etc. Based on the information provided by the shipper, the freight forwarder will arrange suitable flights and transportation methods, and provide corresponding freight quotes. The shipper can choose a suitable transportation plan and sign a consignment contract. Before shipping the goods, the shipper needs to have a clear understanding of the relevant import regulations and requirements of the destination country to ensure that the goods comply with local laws and regulations. At the same time, the shipper needs to prepare the export procedures and relevant supporting documents for the goods, such as invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.