Oman

Oman Air Cargo Cargo Tracking

AWB prefix 517IATA WYFormat: 517-XXXXXXXX (8-digit serial)

About

Oman Air Cargo, established in 2009, is a leading air cargo carrier in the Middle East, operating as the cargo division of the national flag carrier and serving over 200 destinations worldwide through belly-hold capacity and partnerships with approximately 75 airlines. Muscat International Airport is the first airport in the world to hold IATA CEIV Pharma and CEIV Fresh certifications simultaneously, reflecting the carrier's focus on high-value temperature-controlled cargo. The carrier handles pharmaceutical and healthcare cargo compliant with European Good Distribution Practice, WHO Annex 5, and US Pharmacopeia standards through its 2,500 square metre Live Animal Centre at Muscat, with a significant achievement in cargo volumes increasing 42% in the first half of 2023.

How to track Oman Air Cargo shipments

1. Go to https://cargo.omanair.com/track-shipment and enter your air waybill number. 2. Enter your AWB number in the format 910-XXXXXXXX, where 910 is the AWB prefix for Oman Air Cargo and the final digit is a mod-7 check digit (example: 910-12345673). 3. Review real-time tracking information including shipment status, location updates, and delivery schedules. 4. For additional assistance, contact cargo customer service at +968-24356304 or [email protected].

What 517-XXXXXXXX means

The AWB prefix 910 identifies Oman Air Cargo as the issuing carrier for air cargo shipments worldwide. The 7-digit serial number uniquely identifies each individual shipment, while the final digit is a check digit calculated by dividing the serial number by 7 and using only the remainder (mod-7 calculation). This prefix ensures proper routing and confirms that Oman Air Cargo is the handling carrier responsible for the shipment's transport and delivery.

Oman Air Cargo cold chain & perishables

Oman Air Cargo holds IATA CEIV Pharma and CEIV Fresh certifications for handling temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and perishables. CEIV is the IATA-administered audit standard that validates a carrier's end-to-end cold-chain procedures, staff training, and facilities against pharma-grade requirements.

  • CEIV Pharma
  • CEIV Fresh

Oman Air Cargo live animal transport

Oman Air Cargo 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.

Oman Air Cargo specialized cargo handling

Cold chain capabilities include dedicated pharmaceutical rooms with chiller (2-8°C), freezer, and ambient storage, plus 28 airline pallet positions in chiller and 8 in freezer. Live animals are handled through a 2,500 square metre facility with veterinary inspection room and 24-hour customs access.

Frequently asked questions

How do I track my Oman Air Cargo shipment?
Visit https://cargo.omanair.com/track-shipment and enter your Air Waybill number in the format 910-XXXXXXXX. The system provides real-time updates on shipment status and location. If tracking information has not updated after 24 hours, contact customer service at +968-24356304 or [email protected] for assistance.
What does AWB prefix 910 mean?
AWB prefix 910 identifies Oman Air Cargo as the issuing carrier. The format is 910-XXXXXXX-C, where 910 is the carrier prefix, XXXXXXX is a 7-digit serial number, and C is a check digit calculated as the serial number divided by 7, remainder only. For example: 910-1234567 would have check digit 6 (1234567 ÷ 7 = remainder 6), making the complete AWB 910-12345676.
Does Oman Air Cargo offer pharmaceutical cold chain shipping?
Yes, Oman Air Cargo holds IATA CEIV Pharma certification and operates temperature-controlled transport compliant with European Good Distribution Practice, WHO Annex 5, and US Pharmacopeia standards. The Muscat hub features dedicated pharmaceutical rooms with chiller, freezer, and ambient storage capabilities, plus 28 airline pallet positions in chiller and 8 in freezer at ULD level.
How do I book cargo with Oman Air Cargo?
Oman Air Cargo works primarily with freight forwarders and General Sales Agents rather than direct bookings. Contact their cargo sales team at [email protected] or +968-24356304, or work through one of their 27 worldwide GSAs. For online access, agents can use the SmartKargo platform at omanair.smartkargo.com with proper credentials.

Oman Air Cargo cargo contact

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