Global trade is affected by air transport
directly or indirectly because it includes all air transportation services
which are carried out by resident of an economy. Transportation of people and
movement of Air cargo in Import and export are the important components of air
transportation industry.Over the past few years international trade has been
the major source of growth for any country and air transportation had played a
vital role in trade. Importance of air transport in global trade cannot be
ignored.
Fast delivery of goods and services can
only be possible with the help of air transport at distant and remote places.
It is nearly to impossible for many businesses to expand globally without air
transport. A survey was conducted in China, France and United States of America
which focuses on the advantage of air transport. The result of this survey says
that more than 65% of businesses uses airline services to meet their clients.
Air transport can be proved as a fastest shipping method:
When a quickly delivery of goods is needed
then the air transportation is the best option as compared to maritime
transport and road transport.
Reliable Departure and Arrival:
As compared to the maritime transport air
transport has very reliable arrival and departure times. Airlines strictly
follow their schedules. Even a missing flight will not cause delay more than an
hour.
Cargo to Anywhere:
Air transportation allows anyone to send
and receive products from all over the globe. Almost entire world is covered by
many airlines and their vast network of destinations.
Low Insurance:
Time of transportation for air cargo is
short therefore the insurance premium is lower which means large savings.
High Level of Security:
Security is very high at airports which
means that the risk of theft and damage is automatically reduced.Safety
controls on cargo are tightly managed by the airport security.