Pallets and Containers
In airplanes, cargo is loaded into containers and pallets. These containers and pallets are also called Unit Loading Devices (ULD).
On the next page, you will learn more about the ULDs used by AirBridgeCargo.
ULD Technical Specifications
In airplanes, cargo is loaded into containers and pallets. These containers and pallets are also called Unit Loading Devices (ULD).
On the next page, you will learn more about the ULDs used by AirBridgeCargo.
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PGA/PGF Q6
Standard multi-purpose flat pallet, used for belly holds and main deck.
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PGA/PGF Q7
Popular multi-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main deck.
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PMC LD
Popular multi-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main deck.
Empty Weight: 120 kg (265 lb)
Volume: Height 162.6 cm (64 in), 11.5 m³ (407 ft³)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PMC Q6
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck.
Empty Weight: 120 kg (265 lb)
Volume: Height 243.8 cm (96 in), 17.0 m³ (600 ft³)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PMC Q7
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck.
Empty Weight: 120 kg (265 lb)
Volume: Height 299.7 cm (118 in), 21.2 m³ (750 ft³)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PYB Q6
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck of aircraft.
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PYB Q7
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck of aircraft
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PZA Q6
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck of aircraft
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: PZA Q7
Multi-purpose flat pallet suitable for lower cargo hold and main deck of aircraft
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: AKE contoured container
Half-width container for lower cargo hold, with one angled side. The door can be either canvas or hard.
Door Dimensions: 58 x 61 inch (147 x 155 cm)
Max Weight: 1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
Empty Weight: 82 kg (181 lb)
Volume AS1825: 4.5 m³ (159 ft³)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: RKN contoured cool container
Insulated half-width container for lower cargo hold, with one angled end. The door is hard. Most models are forkliftable.
Door Dimensions: 54 x 55 inch (137 x 140 cm)
Max Weight: 1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
Empty Weight: 210 kg (463 lb)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: RKN refrigerated container
Refrigerated container for low-temperature cargo, designed for use in the lower holds of aircraft.
Max Weight: 1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
Empty Weight: 240 kg (529 lb)
Volume AS1615: 3.0 m³ (106 ft³)
Common Name
IATA ULD Code: RKN vented container
Ventilated half-width container for low-temperature cargo, with one angled side. The door can be canvas or hard.
Max Weight: 1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
Empty Weight: 240 kg (529 lb)