When shipping a Category B substance by air, must an Air Waybill be included?

When shipping a Category B substance by air, must an Air Waybill be included?

• A. False
• B. Only for international shipments
• C. Not required
• D. True

Answer: (D)

Yes. An Air Waybill is required for any substance shipped by air, including Category B dangerous goods. The Air Waybill serves as the contract of carriage and a formal record of the shipment, carrying essential details such as shipper and consignee, description of the dangerous goods, packaging, and quantity, and it ensures proper routing and regulatory compliance during air transport. In practice, many shipments use an electronic Air Waybill (e-AWB), but the document itself remains the mandatory transport record for air movement. (A Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods is also typically required for Category B, but the Air Waybill is the key transport document.)