Tribhuvan University
Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management
Semester 5 · TU Board 2026
Course Title: Air Cargo Management (TTM301)
Full Marks: 60Pass Marks: 30Time: 3 Hrs
Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as for as practicable.
Group A
Brief Answer Questions(10 × 1 = 10)
- 1.1
What is Cargo handling?
- 2.1
Define "TACT rate".
- 3.1
What is the Master Airway Bill?
- 4.1
Explain how chargeable weight is calculated.
- 5.1
Define Perishable Cargo.
- 6.1
Decode the following: a) ULD b) DGR
- 7.1
Define Deferred Payment.
- 8.1
Define Pallet in an Air Cargo Operations.
- 9.1
Decode the following airlines and city code: a) H9 b) OSA
- 10.1
Write any two functions of an Airway Bill.
Group B
Short Answer Questions: (Attempt any SIX Questions)(6 × 5 = 30)
- 11.5
Describe the key information included in a Shipper's Letter of Instruction and its importance in cargo handling.
- 12.5
Advice the volumetric weight and chargeable weight of a drum (cylindrical object) with diameter of 137.6 cm and height 98.3 cm. Gross weight is 400kgs.
- 13.5
Explain the key functions of a cargo warehouse in air cargo operations. Briefly describe cargo acceptance, storage, and dispatch procedures.
- 14.5
Explain the different types of freight rates used in air cargo transportation. Discuss each type with suitable examples and mention how airlines determine these rates.
- 15.5
"Proper storage of consignments is necessary to prevent damage and theft of goods." Explain this statement with reference to store management practices in an air cargo warehouse.
- 16.5
Write short notes on: a) Air Cargo Transfer Manifest (TRM) b) Reverse Logistic Management
- 17.5
Discuss the role of packaging in ensuring safety during air transport.
Group C
Comprehensive Answer Questions: (Attempt any TWO Questions)(2 × 10 = 20)
- 18.10
What are the differences between General Cargo and Special Cargo? Explain with examples. Also, highlight the handling procedure of Live Animals (AVI) as per IATA regulations.
- 19.10
Define International Sales contract. Mention 11 INCOTERMS and describe how INCOTERMS in international air cargo trade highlights the responsibilities of buyers and sellers.
- 20.10
How Documentary Credit works in an Air Cargo operation? Briefly explain all the steps involved in the Documentary Credit process.
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