Air Freight Glossary

A glossary of words and their definitions used in the air freight industry

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There are currently 6 names in this directory beginning with the letter O.
Obnoxious cargo (OBX)
Goods such as furniture, automotive replacement parts, and outdoor toys that do not palletize efficiently or adhere to standard storage layouts. Easily damaged items such as glass. High-value goods, including jewelry and routers, that require security
Operational excellence
The ambition to be best-in-class in everything we do
Organic peroxide (ROP)
Shipment contains a organic compound - Dangerous goods
Outsized (oversized) (BIG)
Cargo which exceeds the dimensions of oversized cargo (when its dimensions exceed a cargo aircraft main deck position - 244cm x 318cm)
Overhang item (OHG)
Cargo which exceeds the dimensions of an ULD
Oxidizer (ROX)
Shipment contains a substance that has the ability to oxidize other substances - Dangerous goods