The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly and dramatically changed the daily lives of Americans and individuals around the world. As a business owner, you may find yourself scrambling to keep up with these changes and continue getting essential cargo where it needs to go. Because so many people are confined to their homes, the demand for shipping and logistics services is higher than ever.However, travel limitations have created some extra challenges that could affect your delivery timelines. Fortunately, Xcel Delivery is an “Essential Business” and is here for you with a dispatcher available around the clock to help you fill client orders, receive supply and inventory shipments, and ship time-sensitive documents.
If you’re in a tight spot and need a package out right away, our TSA compliant drivers can ship your package on the next available flight. With Next Flight Out delivery, your cargo will fly onboard the next available commercial flight to your destination from Tucson International Airport or Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix, depending on your location. Here’s a closer look at how these services are affected by current TSA and FAA emergency regulations.
Changing TSA Regulations
The TSA is continuing to screen passengers and 100 percent of all cargo that flies on commercial flights. However, security checkpoints have been impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak, and many airports have had screening officers test positive for coronavirus. Currently, there are no national travel restrictions in the United States, but air travel has significantly declined due to stay at home orders in many states. Therefore, most airports are running very few flights per day, which means it may be more challenging to get your cargo where it needs to go quickly.
Airport and Security Closures
Another potential complication you might face with air shipments is reduced hours at cargo facilities. Because TSA and airport personnel have been strongly impacted by this health crisis, many airports are closing certain checkpoints and cargo facilities which could affect logistical planning.
Xcel Delivery has been providing exceptional delivery services in Southern Arizona for decades, and we offer a wide range of shipping services to suit your needs. Even during this difficult time, we are here to help you keep your business moving. Call us at one of our two warehouse locations to coordinate any of your logistics needs. Phoenix: (602) 368-1300 Tucson: (520) 355-4897.
