§102-117.40. International transportation.

41 C.F.R. § 102-117.40

Federal law requires using U.S. flag carriers for international air and ocean shipments. Key statutes include:

(a)

Fly America Act (49 U.S.C. 40118)—requires use of U.S. air carriers when available.

(b)

Cargo Preference Act (46 U.S.C. 55305)—requires that at least 50% of U.S. Government-impelled ocean cargo be transported on U.S. flag vessels.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Authority: 31 U.S.C. 3726; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 40 U.S.C. 501, et seq.; 46 U.S.C. 55305; 49 U.S.C. 40118.

Source: 90 FR 58480, Dec. 16, 2025, unless otherwise noted.