Air Expedite Options
Next Flight Out (NFO)
Your freight on today's commercial flight. Counter-to-counter. No 24-hour advance. Coast-to-coast same-day from most US airports.
Hand Carry / OBC
Named courier. Commercial flight. Unbroken chain-of-custody door-to-door. For pharmaceutical, legal, and high-value freight.
AOG Air Response
Aircraft on ground situations. Emergency aviation parts delivery using the fastest available air option — commercial or charter.
Airport Ground Coordination
Ground pickup and delivery on both ends. AB&M coordinates the full air freight chain so you make one call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What air expedite options does AB&M offer?
AB&M provides three primary air expedite services: Next Flight Out (NFO) — unaccompanied freight on commercial passenger flights; Hand Carry / On-Board Courier (OBC) — a named courier personally escorting freight on a commercial flight; and air charter coordination for oversized or full-cargo urgent shipments.
What is the difference between NFO and hand carry?
NFO is counter-to-counter — your freight flies unaccompanied in cargo. Hand carry adds a dedicated courier who personally escorts your shipment door-to-door with unbroken chain-of-custody. Use NFO when speed is the priority. Use hand carry when chain-of-custody must be maintained.
How fast can AB&M book an NFO or OBC flight?
AB&M calls you back with current flight options and confirms booking on your approval. Same-day coast-to-coast delivery is available on most US routes.