How do I track an AWB number starting with 973?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (973-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open JetSMART Chile's official cargo tracking page with your shipment pre-loaded.

What if my AWB prefix doesn't match any airline?

If your AWB prefix does not match a known airline, it may be a House AWB (HAWB) issued by a freight forwarder rather than the actual airline. For tracking on the airline's official portal, you need the Master AWB (MAWB), which your freight forwarder can provide.

Prefix Decoded

What is AWB Prefix 973?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 973?

AWB prefix 973 belongs to JetSMART Chile (IATA code JA), based in Chile. All air waybills issued by JetSMART Chile start with 973-XXXXXXXX.

Q: How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix?

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (000–999). It is the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 973 belongs to JetSMART Chile.

Q: Is 973 the only AWB prefix for JetSMART Chile?

Yes, 973 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for JetSMART Chile. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. JetSMART Chile's prefix is 973, so all their air waybills follow the 973-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 973 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for JetSMART Chile (JA), based in Chile. Every air waybill issued by JetSMART Chile begins with the digits 973, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 973-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 973, you can be certain it was issued by JetSMART Chile or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. JetSMART Chile operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Arturo Merino Benítez International (SCL). Typical air transit times range from 1 to 3 business days depending on origin and destination.

The IATA prefix system assigns a unique 3-digit code to every member airline, ensuring there is no ambiguity in airway bill identification across the global air freight network. Prefix 973 is exclusively reserved for JetSMART Chile and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach JetSMART Chile's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 973 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number973

Airline

JetSMART Chile

IATA CodeJA

ICAO CodeJAT

CountryChile

HubArturo Merino Benítez International (SCL)

AWB Format973-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 973

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (973) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

973

Airline Prefix
→ JetSMART Chile

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

973 always identifies JetSMART Chile as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 973-12345678 is a complete, valid JetSMART Chile airway bill.

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Prefix Range 900–999

AWB Prefixes Near 973

Not sure you have the right prefix? Browse nearby IATA AWB prefixes to find the correct airline for your air waybill.

Prefix	Airline	Country	IATA	Track
912	Qingdao Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	QW	View
944	German Airways	Germany	ZQ	View
960	Salam Air	Oman	OV	View
973 You are here	JetSMART Chile	Chile	JA	Track
984	JetSMART Colombia	Colombia	J6	View
999	Air China Cargo	China (People's Republic of)	CA	View
001	American Airlines	United States	AA	View
003	CMA CGM Air Cargo	Global	2C	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 973

What airline has AWB prefix 973? +

AWB prefix 973 belongs to JetSMART Chile (IATA code JA, ICAO code JAT), based in Chile. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 973-XXXXXXXX and were issued by JetSMART Chile or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 973? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 973-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 973 as JetSMART Chile and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 973 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 973 is exclusively assigned to JetSMART Chile. The remaining eight digits (after the hyphen) are the unique shipment serial number assigned to your individual cargo. The two parts together form a globally unique shipment identifier: 973-XXXXXXXX.

How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix? +

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (ranging from 000 to 999). It forms the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the standard format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 973 identifies JetSMART Chile. IATA maintains a registry of all assigned prefixes and each is unique to one airline.

What is the difference between a Master AWB and a House AWB? +

A Master Air Waybill (MAWB) is issued by the airline — in this case JetSMART Chile — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 973. A House Air Waybill (HAWB) is issued by the freight forwarder to the individual shipper and uses the forwarder's own numbering system. For tracking on JetSMART Chile's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 973-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 973 the only AWB prefix for JetSMART Chile? +

Yes. 973 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for JetSMART Chile. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 973, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 973, it is guaranteed to be a JetSMART Chile shipment.

What if my 973 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 973 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a JetSMART Chile cargo terminal and the AWB has been activated in their system. This typically takes 2–8 hours after acceptance. If your AWB still shows no status after 12 hours, contact JetSMART Chile cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.