AWB prefix 217 identifies Thai Airways 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 217-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Thai Airways Cargo tracking page. See also Thai Airways Cargo AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 217 mean?
AWB prefix 217 identifies Thai Airways 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 217-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Bangkok, Thailand |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | Star Alliance |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 217 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Thai Airways Cargo Portal |
| Primary Hubs | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 217. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 217 maps to Thai Airways 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 217?
- 217 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Thai Airways Cargo.
- How do I track a 217 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Thai Airways Cargo AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 217 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.