AWB prefix 027 identifies Alaska Air Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 027-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Alaska Air Cargo tracking page. See also Alaska Air Cargo AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 027 mean?
AWB prefix 027 identifies Alaska Air Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 027-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Seattle, Washington, USA |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | oneworld |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 027 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Alaska Cargo iCargo |
| Primary Hubs | Seattle-Tacoma (SEA), Anchorage (ANC), Portland (PDX) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 027. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 027 maps to Alaska Air Cargo. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 027?
- 027 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Alaska Air Cargo.
- How do I track a 027 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Alaska Air Cargo AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 027 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.