Global aircraft charter specialist Air Charter Service has successfully transported a time-sensitive shipment of fresh blueberries to New York, ensuring the perishable cargo reached market in peak condition.
The consignment, sourced from a major South American producer, required urgent uplift to meet strong demand in the United States. Given the short shelf life of fresh berries, Air Charter Service arranged a dedicated freighter aircraft to move the cargo directly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, minimising transit time and handling.
Company representatives said the operation involved close coordination between growers, freight forwarders, ground handlers and customs authorities to maintain strict cold-chain requirements throughout the journey. Temperature-controlled loading and rapid offloading procedures were implemented to preserve freshness and quality.
The charter solution was selected over scheduled services to provide greater flexibility, faster transit and guaranteed capacity during a peak export window. Demand for fresh produce imports into the US typically rises during seasonal gaps in domestic supply, increasing reliance on air freight for high-value perishables.
Air Charter Service noted that the successful blueberry airlift underscores the growing importance of bespoke air cargo solutions in supporting global agricultural trade and meeting tight retail delivery timelines.