Increased Amazon flight activity boosts Sun Country cargo revenue
Sun Country Airlines reported higher cargo revenue tied to increased flight activity for Amazon, highlighting how air freight demand can directly affect transportation capacity and broader freight networks.
The airline’s cargo operation is closely connected to flying packages for Amazon. With more Amazon-related flights taking place, Sun Country saw cargo revenue rise. For trucking, that matters because air cargo growth often brings more time-sensitive freight through airports and sorting hubs, increasing the need for dependable drayage, linehaul support, and last-mile moves.
Why it matters for drivers: When air networks run hotter, freight doesn’t stay in the air. It has to be staged, shuttled, and delivered. Higher flight activity can mean more freight transfers between airports, regional facilities, and local delivery points—work that often lands on truck capacity around major hubs.
While the update focuses on an airline’s cargo revenue, it also reflects how large shipper networks can shift freight volumes across modes. Changes in one part of the supply chain—like more flights—can ripple into trucking demand where air freight connects with ground transportation.