AWB prefix 072 identifies Gulf Air. 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 072-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Gulf Air tracking page. See also Gulf Air AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 072 mean?
AWB prefix 072 identifies Gulf Air. 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 072-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Muharraq, Bahrain |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | Independent Carrier |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 072 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Gulf Air CHAMP System |
| Primary Hubs | Bahrain International (BAH) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 072. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 072 maps to Gulf Air. 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 072?
- 072 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Gulf Air.
- How do I track a 072 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Gulf Air AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 072 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.