Tradewind Aviation

Service Animals (In-Cabin & Support)

Service animals must be booked in advance of arrival at the airport.

• Provide all pet names and weights at the time of booking.
• Guests arriving with pets not booked in advance may be denied boarding.

In-Cabin Carrier Details

All pets, including service animals, must be booked in advance. Provide all pet names and weights at booking. Guests arriving with unbooked pets may be denied boarding. If possible, re-accommodation on a later flight will be offered.

• Maximum of three (3) pets per flight in total.
• Maximum of one (1) party with up to two (2) large pets (21 lbs or over each) per flight.
• A seat must be purchased for pets or parties weighing over 100 lbs total; seated pets count toward the total pet allowance.
• Large pets (21 lbs or over) must travel in the last row of the aircraft with their owner.
• Unforeseen circumstances like weather may combine flights, resulting in multiple parties with large pets on the same flight; accommodations will be made to ensure safety and comfort.
• Tradewind reserves the right to require pets to be placed in an appropriate carrier or muzzled.
• Guests are responsible for all costs related to cleaning or damage caused by their pets.
• For Northeast flights, use grass areas outside FBOs for pet relief. At San Juan Airport, use the Pet Relief Area between Terminals A and B.

Regular Care When Handling Dogs or Cats

• Dogs and cats must be observed at least once every 4 hours during air transport when the cargo area is accessible.
• Animals must not be removed from their kennel except for cleaning, veterinary care, emergencies, or transfer to compliant facilities.
• If in transit over 24 hours, kennels must be cleaned; removal for cleaning must ensure animal safety and prevent escape.
• Ill, injured, or distressed dogs or cats must not be transported except for veterinary care.

In Cargo Carrier Details

Kennel Size: Ensure the kennel is the appropriate size for the dog or cat.

Construction and Quality:

• Hard sided with secure fasteners strong enough for air transport rigors.
• Door must close securely and open easily without special or sharp tools.
• Exterior handles or handholds should be sturdy to:
  • Lift the kennel without tilting.
  • Allow handlers to avoid unnecessary contact with the animal.
• Adequate ventilation with openings on three sides and the door.
• Free of toxic or harmful materials, treatments, paint, or preservatives.

Kennel Cleanliness and Safety:

• Must be clean and sanitized.
• Floor must be leak-proof and covered with an unused litter pad or collection tray.
• Interior free of sharp points or edges that could injure the animal.
• Design allows quick and easy removal of the animal in an emergency.
• Prevents any part of the animal from protruding outside the enclosure to avoid injury.

More than One Dog or Cat in the Same Kennel:

• USDA requires dogs and cats to be at least 8 weeks old and fully weaned before traveling.
• Usually only one animal per kennel is allowed.
• Two live puppies or kittens may share a kennel if:
  • They are 8 weeks to 6 months old.
  • Of comparable size.
  • Weigh 20 pounds (9 kg) or less.
• More than one animal may share a kennel if traveling to research facilities and:
  • They are weaned puppies less than 8 weeks old and of comparable size, or
  • They are unweaned littermates accompanied by the mother.

The dog or cat should have an appropriate temperament for air travel and be well behaved and not aggressive.