Airway Bill
/ˈɛərweɪ bɪl/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal document issued by a carrier acknowledging receipt of goods and obligating transportation to a specified destination under agreed terms.
The shipper must present the airway bill to claim the shipment upon arrival.
Forms
- airway bill
- airway bills
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Commentary
The airway bill serves both as a receipt and evidence of the contract of carriage but is typically non-negotiable, distinguishing it from a bill of lading.
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