Air Charter
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If you've hit a wall when it comes to your time-critical shipment, and "we ran into a problem" just isn't an acceptable answer, where can you turn?

Our air charter services are on call to step in and cover the distance, ensuring that your non-negotiable timeline stays firmly in place.
The fastest shipment method available, air charter services through HotShotTrucking.com eliminates the delays, obstacles and worries that stand between your goals, your deadlines and the distance it takes to reach them. Don't settle for excuses: demand results by calling us first.
Why Work with HotShotTrucking.com?
Real-Time Tracking, 24/7/365
With real-time updates and complete visibility, you can stay ahead of any potential delays and make informed decisions to keep your operations running smoothly.
A Single Point of Contact
From booking to delivery, you’ll have a dedicated expediter guiding you through every step of the logistics process. Experience seamless, personalized support from start to finish.
Multiple Options
We proactively analyze ground and air traffic, anticipate weather challenges, and account for potential flight delays to keep your shipment on track. Our goal is to overcome any obstacles and ensure your deadline is always met.
Your Air Charter Experience
When it comes to our comprehensive air charter services, there's no such thing as "too big" or "too small." We've partnered with providers across the country to give you unprecedented access to thousands of aircraft, ensuring that you'll always have the capacity and clearance you need to ship as fast as possible.
With a quick, easy phone call to our company, you'll be put in touch with a dedicated agent that will match your air cargo to the best plane and reposition an aircraft to pick it up ASAP.
Your agent will remain as a single point of contact throughout your shipment, eliminating frustrating "phone tag" and uncertainty. Your air cargo charter will consist of your shipment alone, so you'll always know that your needs don't just come first - they're the only ones we focus on, period!
Benefits of Air Charter Services Through HotShotTrucking.com:

- Your Cargo is the Only Cargo On Board.
- Your Agent Provides a Single Point of Contact.
- Customized Recommendations for Shipment Size / Aircraft Pairing.
- Timelines That Are Realistic and Plannable.
- Access to a Nationwide Network of Aircraft.
- Coast-to-Coast Air Charter for Nationwide Coverage.
Charter Aircraft
Below is a list of many of the most commonly used aircraft for air charter services, we'll match the ideal charter freight option to your specific needs.
Aircraft | Payload Capacity (kg) | Volume (m3) | Hold Size (cm) | Door Size (cm) |
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Airbus A300 B4F | 44,500 | 300 | 3,550x477x245 | 318x244 |
Airbus A300-A600F | 47,000 | 426 | 4,070x528x245 | 358x256 |
Airbus A310-300F | 40,500 | 270 | 3,300x477x240 | 318x244 |
Airbus A330-200F | 70,000 | 475 | 5,882x528x245 | 358x256 |
Antonov An-12 | 18,000 | 85 | 1,355x280x240 | 280x240 |
Antonov An-124 | 120,000 | 750 | 3,648x640x440 | 640x440 |
Antonov An-225 | 250,000 | 1,100 | 4,535x640x440 | 640x440 |
Antonov An-26 | 5,500 | 30 | 1,110x220x160 | 230x167 |
Antonov An-74 | 10,000 | 52 | 1,050x215x220 | 240x227 |
ATR 42 Cargo | 5,700 | 51 | 1,385x226x175 | 127x153 |
ATR 72 Cargo | 8,200 | 76 | 1,796x226x175 | 127x153 |
BAe 146-200F | 10,000 | 78 | 1,780x260x190 | 333x193 |
BAe ATP Cargo | 8,200 | 78 | 1,550x200x180 | 263x172 |
BAe HS 748 | 6,000 | 55 | 1,055x190x180 | 267x172 |
Boeing B727-200F | 24,042 | 186 | 2,712x351x213 | 340x218 |
Boeing B737-300F | 19,275 | 130 | 2,324x317x214 | 348x216 |
Boeing B737-400F | 19,237 | 154 | 2,440x319x214 | 340x210 |
Boeing B747-200F | 111,583 | 759 | 4,800x486x304 | 340x312 |
Boeing B747-400F | 120,200 | 735 | 4,800x486x304 | 340x312 |
Boeing B747-8 | 140,000 | 857 | 5,430x486x304 | 340x312 |
Boeing B757-200F | 36,000 | 238 | 3,327x353x213 | 340x218 |
Boeing B767 -200F | 42,000 | 367 | 3,116x442x250 | 340x244 |
Boeing B767-300F | 54,000 | 450 | 3,890x450x250 | 340x250 |
Boeing B777-200F | 103,000 | 653 | 4,412x582x315 | 372x315 |
Boeing MD 11F | 85,000 | 575 | 4,400x488x244 | 350x259 |
Cessna 406 | 1,400 | 7 | 340x129x130 | 120x120 |
Convair CV-580 | 7,030 | 67 | 1,577x236x198 | 300x180 |
Aircraft | Payload Capacity (kg) | Volume (m3) | Hold Size (cm) | Door Size (cm) |
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Dassault Falcon 20 Cargo | 2,041 | 10 | 6,09x152x140 | 187x140 |
Dornier 228 | 1,950 | 18 | 635x127x147 | 133x138 |
Embraer Bandeirante | 1,500 | 14 | 590x133x144 | 180x143 |
Eurocopter AS-332 Super Puma | 20,000 | 17 | 681x180x147 | 130x135 |
Fokker 27 | 6,000 | 62 | 1,524x210x190 | 232x178 |
Ilyushin IL-62 | 40,000 | 230 | 2,798x317x212 | 345x200 |
Ilyushin IL-76T and IL76-TD | 48,000 | 180 | 1,850x345x325 | 345x325 |
Ilyushin IL-76TF | 60,000 | 400 | 3,114x345x325 | 345x325 |
Ilyushin IL-96-400T | 88,000 | 580 | 4,444x571x286 | 485x287 |
Kamov Ka 32 | 5,000 | 7 | 452x130x132 | 120x120 |
Kingair 90 | 1,000 | 4 | 368x127x120 | 160x109 |
Lockheed L-100-30 Hercules | 21,000 | 140 | 1,609x301x260 | 301x274 |
Lockheed L-188 Electra | 15,000 | 91 | 2,200x274x210 | 355x198 |
Lockheed L1011 TriStar | 55,000 | 440 | 3,300x485x274 | 431x284 |
McDonnell Douglas DC 9-15F | 10,400 | 91 | 2,340x274x205 | 346x206 |
McDonnell Douglas DC-10F | 65,000 | 484 | 3,725x558x234 | 356x259 |
McDonnell Douglas DC-8 54 55F | 41,000 | 201 | 3,100x322x218 | 355x215 |
McDonnell Douglas DC-8 62F | 42,000 | 220 | 3,300x322x218 | 355x215 |
McDonnell Douglas DC-8 71 73F | 45,000 | 302 | 3,900x313x210 | 350x216 |
Metro II | 1,250 | 18 | 900x110x27 | 135x130 |
Metro III | 2,000 | 12 | 918x115x105 | 135x130 |
Mil Mi-26 | 20,000 | 110 | 1,200x320x310 | 290x320 |
Mil Mi-8 | 4,000 | 23 | 534x230x180 | 234x182 |
Piper PA-31 | 600 | 4 | 386x103x130 | 65x113 |
Saab 340 | 3,850 | 36 | 1,110x162x175 | 135x130 |
Shorts SD 360 | 3,200 | 42 | 840x176x180 | 141x167 |
Tupolev Tu 204 | 28,500 | 170 | 3,200x318x210 | 340x210 |
Experience You Can Trust
When we take your air charter cargo, you'll know it's well cared for every step of the way. From detailed quotes to tracking options that let you follow your shipment in detail, transparency is incredibly important to us, because we know it's important to you.
With decades of solid air charter performance to our credit, we've fine-tuned the process to "save the day" in those last-minute shipping crunches. From presentations that need a last-minute prototype to manufacturing plants short on a vital component, we take pride in providing air charter solutions that put the fastest possible air shipment option directly in your control.
When the answer to "Can it get there in time?" needs to be yes no matter what, we're ready to mobilize a powerful, dedicated network of air charter professionals to make it happen on your timeline. We deliver crates, pallets, boxes and expectations: in fact, our expedited air charter service will deliver anything you can imagine - except disappointment.
We're standing by to make your deadlines our deadlines, and we're ready to turn our fleet of thousands of aircraft positioned nationwide into your own personal air charter delivery solution. Call us right now at (800) 604-2511 to stop frantically searching for a solution and start tracking your air charter as it wings its way to your destination, all from the comfort of your desk. It really is that easy when you partner with air charter services from HotShotTrucking.com!
Explore All Shipping Options
When speed counts but you don’t want to break the cost barrier, cargo sprinter vans are an excellent option for your expedited freight. We provide a broad selection of sprinter vans to support both local and long-distance ground shipping needs.
Small box trucks range from 10 to 16 feet long, larger than sprinter vans but smaller than large box trucks and semi-trailers. We have access to fleets of carefully vetted small box trucks, ensuring your urgent shipment gets where it needs to go—safely, securely, and on time.
Large straight trucks can carry significantly more than a sprinter van or small box truck. Whether you’re transporting time-sensitive, temperature-controlled cargo or palletized freight, our large team of expeditors is here to help you choose the ideal ground transportation vehicle.
We offer access to 53-foot dry vans capable of handling loads up to 44,000 pounds, providing door-to-door service through authorized motor carriers across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. These 53-foot dry vans are perfect for transporting various freight types, such as palletized goods, non-perishable items, and other sizable loads.
We provide flexible flatbed trucking services tailored to meet urgent deadlines, with the convenience of a dedicated point of contact and real-time tracking. Whether you’re shipping construction materials, machinery, or industrial equipment, our expeditors ensure fast, reliable transport to the final destination.
Our hotshot trucking services are equipped to handle wide or oversized hot shot loads, as well as large and heavy specialized equipment for local, regional, or national deliveries. Get in touch with our experienced team of expeditors to get a freight quote now.
Industries We Serve
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Construction
- Machinery
- Mining and Metals
- Manufacturing
- Oil & Gas
- Telecommunications
Automotive
As automotive technology develops, the need for components such as computers, sensors, and cameras has surged. To tackle this demand many automotive firms are partnering with third-party logistics providers on hot shot hauls.
Working with these providers allows companies to quickly deliver important shipments using vans, trucks, and gooseneck trailers for hot shot transportation.
Aviation & Aerospace
The aircraft parts market in North America was worth $180.18 million in 2021. However, supply chain issues have caused delays in delivering vital equipment.
We have the expertise to handle shipping jet engines and other freight transportation loads in the aviation and aerospace industry. Our team of experienced drivers has extensive experience transporting aviation assets.
Construction
In the next few decades, there will be a need to repair or renew over half of the US building stock. So construction companies are increasingly partnering with third-party providers and hot shot trucking companies to quickly transport construction equipment to crucial sites.
We link businesses with hot shot trucking firms for the immediate shipment of parts and equipment across North America.
Machinery
Supply chain disruptions for machinery and equipment manufacturers come from three main factors: workforce shortages, challenges in accessing production components and inflation. Hot shot flatbed trucking and expedited freight services brokered by HotShotTrucking.com can help streamline your production supply chain across state lines with hot shot transport.
Mining and Metals
Mining companies face challenges not only in acquiring new equipment but also in transporting shipments of raw materials. Third-party hot shot companies and logistics providers such as HotShotTrucking.com specialize in devising and implementing innovative shipping solutions regarding of shipping method so that mines can quickly return to operation. We'll pick up your shipment using rush trucking, deliver it to the airport and receive it at the other end.
Manufacturing
Despite ongoing supply challenges, labor shortages, and economic uncertainty, the manufacturing sector maintains its growth. But it's crucial to select a provider with the experience to meet your urgent freight and sameday shipping needs.
We'll find the best solution for your job, whether it's exclusive air charter or expedited ground shipping via full truckload.
Oil & Gas
The oil and gas industry faces challenges with rigs located in remote areas with minimal infrastructure. With proper planning and a reliable expedited freight logistics partner like HotShotTrucking.com, you can minimize plant and pump downtime, unexpected disruptions and equipment issues.
Telecommunications
While the auto industry first brought attention to the global chip shortage, the telecom industry faces even greater challenges. Microchips and semiconductors are integral to much of its equipment.
This is where the speed and experience of trucking and freight services from HotShotTrucking.com can help. Our hot shot truck network excels at the prompt delivery of parts and equipment throughout North America.
Cost of Urgent Shipping
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