Myanmar
Myanmar Airways International Cargo Tracking
About
Myanmar Airways International (MAI) was founded in 1993 as an international airline operating out of Myanmar, and since 2019 has been owned by the 24 Hour Group of Companies. The carrier operates from primary hubs in Yangon and Mandalay, serving 42 destinations across Myanmar and internationally, including routes to Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, India, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Cambodia, Vietnam, South Korea, Russia, and Laos. With a fleet comprising six Airbus A320 family aircraft, two Embraer E190s, four ATR72-600s, and one Boeing 737-400F Freighter, MAI earned the "Airline of the Year" award at the 2022 Incheon Airport Awards.
How to track Myanmar Airways International shipments
1. Go to a third-party tracking service such as e-tracking.net, as Myanmar Airways International does not appear to operate a public cargo tracking portal on its own website. 2. Enter your Air Waybill (AWB) number in the format (8M 599) 209-XXXXXXXX, where the last digit is a mod-7 check digit calculated from the 7-digit serial number (example: 209-12345678). 3. The tracking system will display your cargo's current location and status, flight details, estimated arrival and departure times, and customs clearance status. 4. If you encounter issues, contact Myanmar Airways International cargo helpline at +95 1 378 603 or email [email protected].
What 209-XXXXXXXX means
The AWB prefix 209 identifies Myanmar Airways International (MAI) as the issuing carrier, indicating that MAI is responsible for the transport of this shipment. The 7-digit serial number following the prefix is the unique shipment identifier assigned by Myanmar Airways International's cargo system. The final digit is a check digit calculated using the mod-7 method: divide the 7-digit serial number by 7, and the remainder becomes the check digit (for example, serial 1234567 ÷ 7 = 176,366 remainder 5, so the check digit is 5). When other carriers handle Myanmar Airways International cargo through interline agreements, they reference this 209 prefix to route the shipment correctly through MAI's network.
Myanmar Airways International specialized cargo handling
Myanmar Airways International handles lithium batteries in equipment such as laptop computers, cameras, and mobile phones, with specific restrictions on spare batteries and power banks which must not be placed in checked baggage. The carrier can transport vaccines under specified temperature conditions and provides services for dangerous goods and temperature controlled cargo.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I track my Myanmar Airways International cargo shipment?
- You can track your Myanmar Airways International shipment by entering its AWB number into third-party tracking websites such as e-tracking.net, which provide real-time monitoring and instant updates. Use the format (8M 599) 209-XXXXXXXX where 209 is the MAI prefix. If tracking information hasn't updated after 24 hours, updates typically occur at various stages of the cargo's journey, and frequency may vary depending on factors such as flight schedules, transit times, and customs processes.
- What does AWB prefix 209 mean?
- The AWB prefix 209 identifies Myanmar Airways International, which has IATA code 8M. The 7-digit serial number following 209 is your unique shipment identifier, and the final digit is calculated using mod-7: divide the serial number by 7 and use the remainder (example: 1234567 ÷ 7 = remainder 5, so the full AWB is 209-12345675). This prefix ensures your cargo is routed correctly through Myanmar Airways International's network and systems.
- Does Myanmar Airways International operate freighter aircraft?
- Yes, Myanmar Airways International operates one Boeing 737-400F Freighter as part of their fleet, in addition to belly cargo capacity on their six Airbus A320 family aircraft, two Embraer E190s, and four ATR72-600s. The carrier has enhanced cargo transportation capacity by enabling loading of cargo in passenger aircraft cabins as well as in belly cargo space on certain routes.
- How do I book cargo with Myanmar Airways International?
- For cargo bookings and operator approval, contact Myanmar Airways International Cargo Department via email (email address is protected from spambots on their website) and local Myanmar Airways International offices. You can also contact their cargo office at No. 05-03, Union Business Centre, Nat Mauk Road, Bo Cho Quarter, Bahan Township, Yangon, Myanmar, Tel: +95 943 176 678. For general inquiries, you can also call +95 1 378 603.
Myanmar Airways International cargo contact
- Phone
- +95 943 176 678
- Website
- https://www.maiair.com/
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