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Is freight shipped on certified air carriers? I'm looking at some statistics for air freight traffic and air traffic is differentiated into general aviation and certified route air carriers. I was wondering whether most air freight is shipped using certified route air carriers, or whether a significant portion is shipped using general aviation. (I'm trying to determine fuel efficiency for air freight, so any info on that would be helpful too.) Thanks for the answer--would UPS or FedEx be considered a certified carrier as well?

How is freight business and should i start it? How is freight brokerage business? Is it a good business to start? I have no experience but willing to get training. Is it a good business?

Does anyone think a harbor freight air compressor is good or stay away? I am looking at buying a air compressor and harbor freight is the cheapest and the best it seams they sale this brand called central pneumatic. The air compressor is 21 gallons and is a 3hp motor. It also has a 7 scfm @ 40 and a 4.9 @ 90 and a 4.3 @ 115 is this a good air compressor from harbor freight. Or should i stay away from the brand.

Why do freight trains sometimes have locomotives at the back? Why do freight trains sometimes have locomotives at the back? Over the past couple of days I saw a bunch of freight trains that had a few locomotives in the front and also a couple in the back. What's the point?

How does customs brokerage work when shipping freight from the US to Canada? If I were to ship LTL freight from the US to Canada, what paperwork is involved and who handles it? If I understand right, the freight company is in possession of two pieces of paperwork - the BOL and commercial invoice (or Canadian Customs Invoice). But a customs broker is required in Canada, because the freight company can't work with Canadian customs directly? Does the customs broker just fill out a form, or do they inspect the shipment? How is that whole process handled for all involved parties, including the shipper, receiver, freight company, and customs broker?

How many people are in a freight train crew these days? Is there still a fireman? A conductor? In the old days there was a caboose at the end of a long freight train, which I assume contained a conductor or a relief crew or something (?). What is there now? Are trains ever run with just the engineer and nobody else? And how did crews in the caboose ever communicate with the engineer and fireman, in the days when that existed? I'm mainly interested in American railroad practices.

How do I figure what a freight class is for an item I need to ship? I need to ship a couple of pallets of freight but I don't understand how to figure what freight freight class they fall in. Is there a formula to figure this out?

What is the difference between a through freight train and a local freight train? What is the difference between a local freight train and a through freight train? Please let me know thank you.

Does this exist in the air freight business? In the trucking industry, as an independent trucker, you can call up a broker and get loads with out being tied to one company. Can you do that in the air freight business. For instance, if I were to by a Cessna caravan are there brokers that I could move freight for or do I have to be leases to a single company?

How are air freight companies paid? How are small air freight companies paid? By pound, or some other way? How much do they recieve normally? Im talking about a caravan or a 206. can you be more specific?

How do I figure Freight Class for shipping? What is the formula for figuring Freight Class, when shipping an Item.Is it by weight and size?

What is the average height of a freight train and a one-lane freight train tunnel? Supposing the train and the tunnel are in the US, doesn't really matter what state. I just need a logical, average height and width of a freight train, and the height and width of a semi-elliptical train tunnel that would be large enough for aforementioned train to pass through.

What is freight shipping, and how does it work? I'm looking at purchasing a new range on ebay, and the shipping is listed as freight.. I understand this cannot go through normal mail, but what do I need to know about freight? As i've never used this service before

Commerical furniture delivery - How do you send coffee tables by freight? I am in the process of setting up a small furniture making business and I need to know how do you go about sending coffee tables etc that are not flat- packed. I would imagine that you would bubble-wrap the items and then get a freight company like Fedex to pick them up. Is it that easy? Should I consider putting these type of items in crates. The coffee tables I have made would be sent out lndividually to customers. They are not overly expensive and really not that large. But would Fedex etc accept this type of furniture without being crated. If it is OK to send just by bubble-wrapping, what is the best way to do this to ensure the items does not get damaged? I would also be sending out the coffee tables etc to international customers.

How should I handle my freight shipments as a small business? I own a small business and have an account to handle my parcel shipments, but I was wondering what I should do about my freight shipments? I ship a few pallets of various items every month to various places around the US and am wondering if I should set up an account with a freight carrier or have a freight broker handle my shipments?

Is it possible to hop on board a freight train still? It happened during the Great Depression and people don't associate hobos as guys who jump on board a freight train anymore shouldn't they still do that? Like I've said in that one question I've always had the thought of doing that myself when I had thoughts of running away from home. So is it possible to ride the rails on a freight train anymore?

What is a Freight Coordinator at a clothing store? I'm applying at Buckle and Freight Coordinator fits my criteria. What exactly do they do? It says they deal with shipping and unload the freight. Is that it?

Do I need to solicit a freight company or does the wholesaler already have? I am trying to export from China to Argentina for the first time and they told me that prices per item include FOB. Do I have to supply them with a freight company in China or do they already have one they work with?

who is accountable for cargo, the freight forwarder or the transport carrier? who is accountable for cargo, the freight forwarder or the transport carrier?

Any freight forwarding companies that ship to Europe? Hi Im looking for a freight forwarding company in the US, that ships to Europe specifically Norway!

What is the difference between Cash on Delivery and Freight on Delivery mode of dispatch? I guess Cash on delivery means you have to pay frieght amount as well as material value whereas in Freight on delivery basis you just pay Freight amount . please clarify!

How long does it take to get a truck on train freight from toronto to edmonton? Train left Toronto on Friday heading west, When will the freight arrive and be unloaded in Edmonton?

Where do the freight trains that run through newmarket ontario Canada go? I want to know where the freights that run through newmarket and mount albert, go to or come from? Where is the junction that all these freight trains stop at? Thanks!

What is the cheapest way to send domestic Australia-wide freight? I need to send a 25kg package from Sydney to Melbourne by courier. Who is the cheapest transport company to use? Is there a way to compare rates and transit times from more than one company at a time like WebJet or iSelect but for freight? I have been quoted by one freight company $150 which is crazy and Australia Post wants to charge $100 for $20 kg! Any ideas???

What is the difference between a third party logistics provider and a transportation/freight broker? As I understand it, companies outsource their logistics activities to a 3PL provider which takes care of all of that clients logistics functions. But what is a transportation/freight broker? Are they just a company that will match a carrier with a shipper for the lowest price, but not necessarily take over the entire logistics process? Are they just a quick fix while a 3PL provider is a long term deal?

I think freight and passenger rail take different approaches to track laying. What are they? Freight seems to have a fast and cost effective approach. While passenger rail seems to take forever. This deals with the US railroad.

Is there a freight shipping company which will pack a large item before sending? I have an upright exercise bike which I would like to ship. However, it is large and heavy, so I would like a freight company to pack it, pick it up and ship. Can you suggest any such companies in Ontario?

How much on average would it cost to ship/freight any early 1980s video arcade machine from USA-London? Hi everybody.. What is generally the approximate cost of safely having a 1980's retro arcade machine (pac-man/Defender/Space Invaders etc) shipped from USA-London,UK?..Can anybody reccommend any reputable trusted companies that ship/freight safely and securely from the USA...Does it usually depend on which USA state it comes from? Can you have the shipment sent to Dover or Southampton,UK? Thanks,much appreciated Oz_Tin

What is a great way to kick start my freight brokering business? I am a freight broker and i want to get a kick start on my business. Are there any businesses out there for me

What is the best school for freight broker training? I currently own a small trucking company and I am looking into adding a freight brokerage to better service my customers. I have researched several schools/training centers who offer training in freight brokering. But, they are all pretty costly and I want to be sure that I get the best for my money. Anyone have any insight?

How often does the freight train go through Carrollton Texas? How often does the freight train go through Carrollton Texas on the tracks that cross Josey Lane just south of Keller Springs Road? I think it's the BNSF line.

What does the word freight mean on ebay? Ive see something i want for pretty cheap. But where it says packing and postage costs it says the word freight but i don't know what it means and how much i will have to pay. Any help?

How to pick a freight (trucking) company? I have recently started a business and was wondering the best way to evaluate and select a freight (trucking) company to use. Anyone have experience with this? Will they give you accurate price quotes for different cities or areas? Any info appreciated as I don't know much about trucking companies.

How much does a freight handler make working at home depot? My husband is going for a second interview on thursday, and I'm very excited. I'm just worried that they won't offer him much. He put down 11$, and they gave him a second interview, so I guess it can't be all bad. Anyone else working nights as a freight handler, and what do you make?

How do I become a freight broker or agent? I would like to become a freight broker can anybody give me advise?

What is your opinion about harbor freight tools? I been using them and haven't had a problem for there really cheap price. Whats your experience or opinion about harbor freight tools?

How can I find out what freight and insurance costs will be to ship products from China to US? I'm working on a business plan to ship "flowering tea" into the U.S. from China so that I can start a business here in Arizona selling flowering tea to the resorts and spas that abound in this area. I need to find out how much insurance costs will be on the shipment as well as what freight costs will be if I have it shipped by air to my house here in Arizona. I need these numbers today! :-( Help!

Where can I find good local freight shippers for large items with quotes for things I'm selling on ebay? Where can I find good local freight shippers for large items with quotes for things I'm selling on ebay? I am selling rather large items and live in Ballwin, MO 63011. I want to sell some things such as buffet tables that are several hundred pounds but don't want to be limited by local pickups. How can I find good quotes quickly from freight shippers?

In the 1980s you could get an airline ticket to travel on freight airlines can u still get these/? back in the 1980s you could go fed ex dhl UPS and Other freight airlines.. can the public still get these tight discounted fares?

How much freight travels by rail than trucks? I searched all over the internet, but I can't find it. I've been searching for the past 3 hours. Maybe you can help me? How much freight ravels by rail than truck? Any help will be appreciated, thanks a lot! Can you please include the website you found that information? I would like to view the chart!

How can you become a freight broker and how much money could be made depending on if one is successful or not? My boyfriend is really interested in starting a business with me and he wants me to try and become a freight broker, because he is an owner operator and he can work with me and make enough money to be upper class. I don't know if this is true. Is anyone a freight broker and what kind of experience does it take? Did you make really good money?

how does a freight forwarding company ship overseas, having only done domestic inside the US before? I work for a freight forwarding company that just discovered a new account that ships 95% of their product overseas. It is a huge account and their willing to give us majority of their shipemnts. I'd really like to learn how to go about setting up shipments overseas for them, but i've never done it before....any help please?

What is the best school to go to if I wanted to become a freight conductor for csx in Mobile, Alabama? I am trying to become a freight conductor for csx in Mobile, Alabama. However, I know that I don't have the training that I need, but so far I have been unable to find any information about the school that csx sends it's employees to.

How can I be a passenger on a freight ship? I want to go to Europe, specifically Germany, Austria, and/or Bavaria, but I don't want to fly in an airplane. I've been told I can be a passenger on a freight ship. Has anyone done this? Where do I get more information? I live in Colorado so I know I'll have to travel to one of the coasts.

How much does it cost to build a freight train? like the whole train? its for a homework assingment, were supposed to think of an alternitive to killing the overpopulated deer, and i think we could build a freight train and relocate them all at once instead of one at a time... but that wont work if it costs like a billion dollars... thanks :] and like, not including the tracks and statio, just the actual train and train cars. thanks station* not statio.

How do I get a job on a freight or cargo ship? Well, I'm still young, 24, and I've lost nearly everything I owned and everyone in my life. My parents are the only people I can really still talk to. I'm a writer and traveler and I think I am done with the states for a while. What I want to do is get on a cargo or freight ship and wokr there for a while. A few years preferably. See a bit of the world, see the sea and get myself into better shape. I'm an adventurer at heart and I have spent the last seven years of my life traveling around. I really feel a calling to this and I want to dedicate myself to it. So, where do I go from here? I live in Tallahassee, Florida. I have no previous ship experience but for a deckboy I wouldn't really need any. I would prefer a non US ship if possible, but I will take whatever I can get. Any help you good folk could give me would be appreciated.

How long does it usually take to fix a freight train? I have a class to get to in a half an hour and my school as well as my car is on the other side of a broken down freight train. Any train mechanics out there who would know roughly how long i'll be waiting?

How much would it cost the freight of 25lbs motor, from Lincoln NE., USA to Philippines? I just want to know the freight charge of this stuff by ; air-freight and by shipping-vessel.

What is the advantage of using a broker as opposed to a carrier for hauling freight? When dealing with transportation and moving full truck load and LTL freight throughout the U.S., what is the advantage with using a broker? Some companies say they love using brokers, others say they hate them. Why would you and why wouldn't you?

What is the best way to ship boxes by freight overseas from the USA to the UK? How do I ship several packing boxes - about ten boxes (I assume in one crate), by freight from the USA to the UK? Is this done through the post office or are there good independent companies that will take care of this?