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{{note|This article is part of the [[Customs_Glossary_Guide|Customs Glossary Guide]]|info}}
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== Introduction ==


[[Image:Air-Waybill-example.jpg|300px|right|thumb|An example of an Air Waybill]]In the context of North American trade, an Air Waybill (AWB) is a vital document used in air freight transportation to provide essential information about the shipment, including the origin, destination, and contents of the goods. An AWB serves as both a contract of carriage between the shipper and the airline and a receipt of goods for air cargo shipments. This article defines what an Air Waybill is in North American trade and explores the scenarios in which this document is utilized.
[[Image:Air-Waybill-example.jpg|300px|right|thumb|An example of an Air Waybill]]In the context of North American trade, an Air Waybill (AWB) is a vital document used in air freight transportation to provide essential information about the shipment, including the origin, destination, and contents of the goods. An AWB serves as both a contract of carriage between the shipper and the airline and a receipt of goods for air cargo shipments. This article defines what an Air Waybill is in North American trade and explores the scenarios in which this document is utilized.