Air Freight Services

AirFreight.com specializes in air and ground time-critical freight deliveries. We offer a wide array of expedited, same-day, and urgent shipping options to meet your business needs.

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Move your cargo across the country, whether from a metro area or a remote location. We'll help you meet ultra-critical delivery deadlines with the right aircraft. Enjoy concierge-level customer service and complete shipment flexibility to get your delivery to its final destination with ease.

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Meet your dependable air freight broker for custom air freight solutions. We offer routine assistance and utilize high-tech tracking systems to ensure every shipment arrives on schedule. Choose from next flight out (NFO), overnight, or economy (general freight), depending on your individual requirements.

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When you have a highly sensitive or critical shipment, our hand carry service provides security and speed. This service is not typically available for larger freight, but it's ideal for time-sensitive or high-value items. It's also the perfect solution for rescuing a delayed shipment, ensuring it gets back on track and into the right hands as quickly as possible.

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When air delivery isn't the right fit for your shipment, our urgent trucking solutions might be the answer. We support your urgent ground shipping needs with expedited trucking options. Choose from sprinter vans, cargo vans, and trucks of all sizes, including tractor-trailers, to get your items where they need to be—fast.

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Our videos include case studies showing how AirFreight.com solves urgent shipping challenges with customized air freight solutions. These stories demonstrate our end-to-end air freight expertise, ensuring that even the most urgent shipments move on schedule for shippers across industries.

AirFreight.com leads the way in expedited freight logistics, offering custom air cargo charter solutions and same-day air freight.

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Nationwide coverage & 24/7 availability.

Our nationwide network of carriers spans the entire United States and Canada, enabling us to deliver air freight cargo nearly anywhere on demand. Because AirFreight.com operates 24/7, we can dispatch shipments immediately, day or night. This coast-to-coast reach and round-the-clock readiness minimize downtime when emergencies strike. Our broad air freight network means even remote job sites or rural locations receive service as efficiently as major hubs.

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Oil & Gas

In the oil and gas industry, air freight is a lifeline. Companies use urgent air cargo to move drilling machinery and replacement parts to remote rigs and pipelines where road freight can’t go quickly. For example, a chartered cargo plane can deliver a critical pump or valve overnight to an offshore platform. These fast deliveries of equipment and supplies minimize downtime and keep energy operations running smoothly.

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Construction

Construction sites use air freight to avoid costly delays. When a key machine breaks or a specialty material is out of stock, a cargo plane or charter flight can deliver the part directly to the job site overnight. Air transport is also used for oversized items or prefabricated components that need fast delivery. By flying in heavy tools and materials urgently, builders keep their projects on schedule despite tight timelines.

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Retail

Retailers rely on air freight to restock inventory and meet demand spikes. Air shipments replenish high-value items, electronics, or apparel during new product launches, flash sales, or seasonal peaks. When stock runs low, expedited air cargo (overnight or same-day) fills gaps quickly. This rapid delivery helps retailers avoid stockouts, maintain just-in-time assortments, and keep up with e-commerce and store demand.

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Aerospace & Defense

In aerospace, timing and security are paramount. An aircraft on ground (AOG) event can cost airlines millions. Air freight companies move jet engines, avionics, and military equipment on the fastest flights available. Charter planes carry oversized cargo like satellite parts or helicopter blades to meet critical deadlines. Urgent air freight ensures military and aviation projects stay on schedule without sacrificing safety.

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Manufacturing

Manufacturers depend on a steady flow of parts and materials. We expedite shipments of critical replacement parts, custom components, and raw materials to keep assembly lines running. Air freight handles urgent needs like mold changes or machinery failures, flying in parts same-day or overnight. This rapid air transport solves production hiccups quickly, keeping factories productive and preventing expensive downtime.

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Technology

Technology firms run on tight development schedules and often need to ship high-value equipment or prototypes quickly. We move delicate electronics, semiconductor chips, and testing devices on expedited flights worldwide. For example, a prototype server or telecom component can be flown overnight to a production facility. This rapid air freight keeps tech launches and R&D projects on track.

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Renewables & Environment

Renewable energy projects rely on fast air shipments to stay on schedule. We rush time-critical components like turbine blades, solar panels, and battery modules to remote wind farms and solar fields. Even oversized generators or control systems can be delivered by cargo plane when needed. By flying in critical parts and spares for maintenance or setup, we minimize downtime and help developers meet commissioning milestones on time.

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Hospitality

Hotels and resorts use air freight to obtain urgent supplies and equipment quickly. Expedited delivery flies luxury amenities, electronics, and critical furniture (FF&E) directly to properties on short notice. We can even charter cargo planes to bring in linens or kitchen equipment for new hotel openings or renovations. By shipping replacement parts and essentials rapidly, hospitality venues avoid project delays and keep guest services running smoothly.

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How Companies Use Air Freight Services

Industries across the economy rely on air freight services to move critical cargo quickly, safely, and efficiently. From time sensitive deliveries to oversized freight requiring charter aircraft service, companies use air and expedited freight solutions to avoid delays, reduce downtime, and meet urgent operational demands.

Aircraft on Ground (AOG)

Airlines rely on AOG (Aircraft on Ground) shipments to minimize expensive downtime. When a jet’s engine or avionics system fails, we secure the fastest cargo flight or even arrange a dedicated air charter to fly critical components directly to the airport. Urgent parts like turbine disks or electronic units can be on a plane within hours rather than days by sea. Our dedicated air freight agents handle all the details, from flight bookings to customs clearance.

This rapid response gets grounded airplanes flying again as quickly as possible. By bypassing standard cargo routes and going direct, we remove layers of delay. In practice, an airline’s next-flight-out shipment or entire charter carries the needed gear to a maintenance base overnight, speeding up repairs and resumption of service.

Production Line Downtime

When an assembly line stops, urgent air freight turns lost hours into fast recovery. We arrange expedited shipments of replacement parts, tooling, or specialized components so factories get what they need the next day. By coordinating next-flight-out cargo or dedicated charters, critical machine parts and molds arrive in time to restart production. Our brokers also handle the full route, providing door-to-door service from supplier to factory.

This rapid solution avoids prolonged shutdowns. For example, if a key circuit board or mold part is missing, our team can fly it in immediately instead of waiting days. Manufacturers depend on this agile air service to keep operations running smoothly despite unexpected breakdowns.

Remote Site Resupply

Remote sites like offshore oil platforms, mines, and wind farms depend on air freight when no road can deliver fast enough. We match each delivery to the right aircraft – from small turboprops to large freighters – landing at local airstrips near the jobsite. Urgent parts, tools, and supplies fly directly into remote locations instead of waiting days by ground.

Once on the ground, we even coordinate the final mile: after landing, goods are transferred via local courier or truck for delivery to the site. For example, if a remote drilling rig needs a pump urgently, we can charter a plane to the nearest field and then truck the pump directly to the rig. This air-first approach ensures crews get what they need on time to keep operations running.

Product Launch/Promotional Surges

Air freight is critical for handling demand spikes during product launches and promotions. Retailers and manufacturers ship inventory and marketing materials quickly to support new product rollouts, flash sales, or seasonal surges. We offer same-day, overnight, and deferred air options so businesses can balance speed with budget. For example, an electronics company might fly thousands of gadgets to distributors overnight before a major release.

Our brokerage teams find the best mix of flights and routes for any launch. By comparing scheduled cargo and charter options, we optimize delivery for high-value SKUs. This rapid air replenishment prevents stockouts and lets companies roll out products across regions or globally with confidence.

Trade Show/Exhibition

Companies use air freight to ship booths, equipment, and promotional goods to trade shows worldwide. A cargo shipment carries display materials, prototypes, and signage to the venue in time for setup. If schedules slip, we arrange charter flights or overnight cargo to meet tight move-in deadlines.

We also coordinate the final leg of delivery. After landing, goods are transferred via courier or truck for door-to-booth service. For example, if a booth component arrives late, we can reroute it on a priority flight or hand-carry it on a commercial carrier to ensure the exhibit is built on time. This flexibility keeps event schedules on track.

Next Flight Out (Expedited)

Companies rely on expedited air freight (Next Flight Out) to repair failures and uphold service commitments. We secure priority space or even charter a plane so that broken units and replacement parts travel on the very next available flight. This rapid turnaround means repairs can start immediately, minimizing downtime.

Our freight brokers provide transparent, itemized quotes for NFO or overnight service, allowing companies to balance speed and cost. We coordinate with airlines to ensure priority loading and keep shippers updated on each milestone. In practice, this tight air logistics loop protects SLAs and prevents routine repairs from turning into major delays.

Hand-Carry Courier

For the most urgent or sensitive items, we offer hand-carry (on-board courier) service. A trusted courier travels on a commercial flight with your package in the cabin, providing personal custody from origin to destination. This is ideal for critical documents, prototype devices, or medical samples that require maximum security and guaranteed arrival.

Our team arranges the entire hand-carry process: booking flights, handling customs, and coordinating ground pickup. The courier delivers the item directly into your hands at the destination, eliminating traditional freight handling. This offers the fastest transit and highest security, giving clients complete confidence in their time-critical deliveries.

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Work with a Dedicated Single Point of Contact

At AirFreight.com, every shipment is managed by a dedicated logistics professional who serves as your single point of contact from start to finish. This personalized approach streamlines communication, eliminates confusion, and ensures your time critical freight moves smoothly on even the tightest deadlines. Whether you're booking expedited air freight, overnight air cargo, or a full charter aircraft service, your dedicated agent handles all the details, providing updates, coordinating carriers, and adapting to last-minute changes without delay.

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From critical shipments to ongoing support, see why businesses continue to choose AirFreight.com.

PERSONALIZED SUPPORT

Andy Ernst was able to assist our organization (Procurement Operations, Amazon.com) fully. He was polite and helpful in all ways and worked with our team to ensure our load was delivered safely and without issue.

Procurement Operations

Amazon.com

SPEEDY DELIVERIES

Frank's quickness to reply and quote. Management gave me a very tight window, which I thought may be impossible. Though other options quoted were a little lower, they did not get me their quote in the time I needed. Thank you, Frank!

Charter Industrial Supply

NEXT DAY SERVICES

Great service and quick responses. I called to see if I could get next day service and was promptly helped by Frank. He answered all my questions and got the ball rolling quickly. The order arrived on time.

Kelly Industrial Coatings

NATIONAL REACH

Great service. Fast, efficient, informative, and got the job done ahead of time! Moved my shipment from Pennsylvania to Miami in a little over 24 hours with less than 12 hours' notice.

VP Finance

Agile Courts

STREAMLINED ENGAGEMENT

Extremely easy process. Customer service was very responsive and happy to help. I made one call and sent one email; they took care of everything else.

Dirk Baugher

Pella Corporation

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