Airports are engines of economic growth for the region where they are located. For passenger aviation, it is most convenient for airports to be located right at the centre or very close to large metros. But such airports are not really the best ones for cargo operations and they do not necessarily generate significant revenue from cargo business. Certainly, there are exceptions.
Airports that are not right in the midst of large metros and are popularly considered secondary with a strong cargo-friendly approach are proving their value for freight forwarders and shippers who are looking to move international export and import cargo with speed and reliability. These airports are turning out to be the go-to airports for the world’s most serious main-deck operators, combination carriers and shippers. These are also becoming major centres of economic impact for local economies and arteries of global trade and commerce.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), the fastest growing cargo airport in the world, one of the top 15 cargo airports in the US, is one such airport where the future of air cargo is going to be. Located 68 miles northwest of Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD), RFD is ranked as the 17th largest cargo airport in North America. Currently, fifteen international airlines service RFD as a freighter network serving destinations around the world. RFD is also home to UPS’ second-largest hub in North America and a major base for Amazon Air. Uncongested skies and roads contribute to highly efficient distribution of air cargo and e-commerce.
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