Sources of Revenue: International Scheduled Freight Transportation by Air for Air Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms

This dataset tracks sources of revenue: international scheduled freight transportation by air for air transportation, all establishments, employer firms over time.

Latest Value

11530.00

Year-over-Year Change

57.38%

Date Range

1/1/2013 - 1/1/2022

Summary

This economic trend measures revenue from international scheduled freight transportation by air for all U.S. air transportation establishments. It provides insight into the financial performance and market dynamics of the air freight industry.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The Sources of Revenue: International Scheduled Freight Transportation by Air for Air Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms series tracks revenue generated by U.S. air transportation companies from international scheduled freight services. This data point is used by economists and industry analysts to assess the health and competitiveness of the air freight sector.

Methodology

The data is collected through surveys of U.S. air transportation establishments.

Historical Context

This economic indicator offers insights into global trade and logistics trends that inform economic policymaking.

Key Facts

  • Air freight transportation accounts for over $100 billion in annual U.S. industry revenue.
  • International scheduled freight makes up a significant portion of total air cargo revenue.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted global air freight supply chains.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the revenue generated by U.S. air transportation establishments from international scheduled freight services.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data point provides insight into the financial health and market dynamics of the air freight industry, which is a crucial component of global trade and logistics.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. air transportation establishments.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Trends in international air freight revenue can inform policymakers and economists about global trade and logistics, which are important considerations for economic policy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to typical lags in government data collection and publication, but otherwise has no significant limitations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Sources of Revenue: International Scheduled Freight Transportation by Air for Air Transportation, All Establishments, Employer Firms (REVIFTEF481ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.