NMFC 12400 – Aircraft Turrets & Domes | Class 200

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the parts are non-mechanically operated (no powered revolving/traversing) and list NMFC 12400, Class 200, non-hazmat on the BOL.
2. Choose packaging by fragility and geometry: radomes or blisters ship safest in custom foam-lined crates; smaller acrylic domes may use double-wall boxes with full-surface support.
3. Prevent point loads on clear panels—use cradle blocks, soft cross-bracing, anti-scratch film, and interior bagging to keep debris off sensitive plastics or glass.
4. Mark orientation and handling (“Fragile – Aircraft Component,” “Do Not Stack,” arrows) and provide exact piece count and outer dims for quotes and capacity planning.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Accurate Class 200 classification streamlines quoting and avoids reclass/rebill disputes on high-value aviation components.
• Boxed or crated requirement aligns with carrier expectations, reducing transit damage risk and claim costs for fragile domes and noses.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and shortens tender-to-pickup timelines for MROs, OEMs, and aerospace museums.
• Clear NMFC usage enables predictable LTL pricing; choosing a purpose-built crate can lower total landed cost by preventing costly breakage.