IATA CTM 2027 – Compassionate Transportation Manual

The IATA reference for the transportation of human remains by air. It provides standardized procedures, documentation requirements, and operational guidance for the acceptance, preparation, handling, and transport of deceased persons within the international air transport system.
The manual supports consistent handling practices across airlines, airports, ground handling agents, funeral directors, mortuary services, freight forwarders, and other organizations involved in compassionate transportation. It aligns industry procedures to facilitate safe, secure, and respectful transportation while supporting compliance with applicable airline and operational requirements.
The CTM includes guidance on shipment acceptance, documentation, packaging and coffin requirements, handling procedures, operational responsibilities, international transportation considerations, and coordination between all parties involved in the movement of human remains.
Key Topics
- Transportation of human remains by air
- Shipment acceptance procedures
- Documentation requirements
- Packaging and coffin requirements
- Handling and operational procedures
- International transportation guidance
- Airline and ground handling responsibilities
- Coordination between funeral directors, airlines, and cargo operators
Intended Users
The manual is intended for:
- Airlines
- Ground handling agents
- Funeral directors
- Mortuary and repatriation service providers
- Freight forwarders
- Airport cargo personnel
- Aviation operations professionals
- Air cargo training organizations
Publisher: International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Edition: 2027
Format: Manual
Subject: Compassionate transportation, transportation of human remains, air cargo operations, airline procedures, funeral services, documentation requirements, ground handling, aviation logistics.
Available: November 2026
Effective Date: Jan 1, 2027 until Dec 31, 2027
Related IATA Manuals:
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 2027
IATA Airport Handling Manual 2027
IATA Ground Operations Manual 2027
IATA Cargo Handling Manual 2027
CTM 2027, IATA CTM, 6299-07
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