Taiwan
Mandarin Airlines Cargo Tracking
About
Mandarin Airlines, established in 1991 as a subsidiary of China Airlines, is a Taiwanese regional carrier operating domestic and limited international routes. The airline serves as China Airlines' domestic and regional subsidiary, focusing on domestic Taiwan routes and short-haul international destinations from its main bases at Songshan Airport, Taichung International Airport, and Kaohsiung International Airport. The carrier operates a fleet centered on 12 ATR 72-600 turboprop aircraft optimized for regional operations, with all-turboprop operations as of October 2025.
How to track Mandarin Airlines shipments
1. Go to your cargo tracking website or contact Mandarin Airlines cargo department directly at +886-2-2717-1188. 2. Enter your AWB prefix number in the format 803-XXXXXXXX where the first three digits (803) identify Mandarin Airlines and the final digit is a check digit calculated using mod-7 (example: 803-12345675). 3. The system will display shipment status, location, and delivery updates. 4. If tracking information is not available after 24 hours, contact the cargo department directly for assistance.
What 803-XXXXXXXX means
The 803 prefix identifies Mandarin Airlines as the issuing carrier for the air waybill. The seven-digit serial number is the unique shipment identifier, while the final digit is a check digit calculated as the remainder when the serial number is divided by 7 (mod-7). For example, in AWB 803-12345675, the prefix 803 routes the shipment through Mandarin Airlines' cargo network, ensuring proper handling and tracking by the carrier and any connecting airlines.
Mandarin Airlines live animal transport
Mandarin Airlines transports live animals under the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR), which govern container, ventilation, and species-specific handling requirements for livestock, day-old chicks, zoo animals, household pets, and laboratory animals. Bookings require species-specific documentation and approved containers; book through the cargo team with at least 48 hours notice.
Mandarin Airlines specialized cargo handling
Mandarin Airlines specializes in aquatic product transport including fish, shrimp, tortoises, crabs, frogs, snails, and soft shell products. The carrier excludes valuable items such as cash, gold, silver, jewelry, and antiques from transport.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I track my Mandarin Airlines cargo shipment?
- Visit the Mandarin Airlines International Cargo Services page or contact their headquarters at +886-2-2717-1188. Enter your AWB number in the format 803-XXXXXXXX. If the status hasn't updated after 24 hours, contact the cargo department directly for assistance.
- What does AWB prefix 803 mean?
- The 803 prefix is the airwaybill number assigned to Mandarin Airlines Cargo. The seven-digit serial number following the prefix is your unique shipment identifier, and the final digit is a check digit calculated using mod-7 (serial number ÷ 7, remainder only). For example: 803-12345675.
- Does Mandarin Airlines carry aquatic products?
- Yes, Mandarin Airlines transports aquatic products including fish, shrimp, tortoises, crabs, frogs, snails, and soft shell products, though they do not transport other live animals. This makes them suitable for seafood and aquaculture shipments within their route network.
- How do I book cargo with Mandarin Airlines?
- Contact Mandarin Airlines International Cargo Services at their headquarters (+886-2-2717-1188) or Taichung Airport Office (+886-4-2615-5080 ext 7469-7470). For domestic cargo, you may also need to work with their freight forwarder partners to arrange shipment booking and documentation.
Mandarin Airlines cargo contact
- Phone
- +886-2-2717-1188
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