TSA-Certified Air Cargo Ground Transport in California
Marvin Transportation is a TSA-approved Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) providing certified air cargo ground transport between SFO, OAK, SJC, LAX, BUR, LGB, ONT, and SAN. Next Flight Out, airport pickup/delivery, and air freight recovery — 24/7.
Your TSA-Certified Air Cargo Partner in California
Air cargo logistics requires precision, speed, and regulatory compliance that only a TSA-certified carrier can provide. Marvin Transportation holds Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) certification, authorizing our drivers to handle, transport, and transfer regulated air cargo across California’s major airports. We are the ground transport partner of choice for freight forwarders, airlines, air cargo handlers, and importers/exporters who need reliable, TSA-compliant last-mile and first-mile air freight solutions. Our SFO Hub in South San Francisco provides direct airport access to SFO, OAK, and SJC. Our LAX Hub in Inglewood sits minutes from LAX, with fast access to BUR, LGB, and ONT. We operate 24/7, including holidays and weekends, to match the around-the-clock demands of air freight operations.
Air Cargo Ground Transport Services
Emergency shipments transported to the airport to catch the next available commercial or cargo flight. Available 24/7 with 1-hour dispatch capability.
Freight pickup from cargo terminals and delivery to consignees — SFO, OAK, SJC, LAX, BUR, LGB, ONT, and SAN all covered.
Priority ground recovery for off-loaded, delayed, or rerouted freight from California airport cargo terminals. Fast resolution of air freight exceptions.
Dedicated ground transport for freight forwarders. We handle pickup from shippers and delivery to air cargo warehouses on your behalf.
Hand-carry on-board courier support for ultra-critical shipments requiring a dedicated escort through the airport and onto the aircraft.
Freight transfer between California airports — SFO to LAX, OAK to ONT, SJC to BUR — same-day and next-day, fully tracked.
Ground coordination for air charter shipments — driver meets plane, secures freight, and delivers direct to final consignee.
Air waybill (AWB), chain-of-custody manifest, TSA screening documentation, and electronic POD — complete paperwork compliance.
California Airports Served
Marvin Transportation provides TSA-certified air cargo ground transport at all major California airports: San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San Jose Mineta International (SJC), Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Long Beach Airport (LGB), Ontario International (ONT), and San Diego International (SAN). We also provide service to smaller regional airports including Fresno Yosemite International (FAT), Sacramento International (SMF), and Palm Springs International (PSP). Our strategic SFO and LAX hub positions ensure we can reach any California airport within hours.
Why California Businesses Choose Marvin Transportation
Trusted by freight forwarders, hospitals, and enterprises across California
DOT/FMCSA compliant — Indirect Air Carrier approved for all major California airports
Certified Last-Mile Delivery Association member — verified, professional delivery network
Round-the-clock dispatch, drivers available for urgent same-day and overnight shipments
SFO Hub (South San Francisco) + LAX Hub (Inglewood) — covering all of California
Statewide coverage from Eureka to San Diego, including all major metro areas
Live fleet tracking, electronic proof of delivery, chain-of-custody documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
What does TSA Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) certification mean?
An Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) is a company certified by the TSA to transport regulated cargo on behalf of airlines and freight forwarders. Marvin Transportation’s IAC certification means our drivers are TSA-vetted, our vehicles are approved for air cargo transport, and we follow TSA Chain of Custody protocols — ensuring your air freight remains in compliant, secure hands from pickup to cargo terminal.
Can Marvin Transportation handle Next Flight Out (NFO) shipments?
Yes. NFO is one of our specialty services. Our 24/7 dispatch team can respond to urgent NFO requests within minutes, deploy a TSA-certified driver, and get your shipment to the cargo terminal in time for the next available flight. We serve all major California cargo airports including SFO, LAX, OAK, and LAX cargo terminals.
Do you provide air cargo recovery services from California airports?
Yes. Marvin Transportation provides air cargo recovery — retrieving off-loaded, delayed, or misdirected freight from California airport cargo terminals and expediting final delivery to the consignee. We coordinate directly with airline cargo offices and cargo handling agents to minimize exception dwell time.
Which freight forwarders does Marvin Transportation work with?
We work with a wide range of freight forwarders operating in California including Kuehne+Nagel, DB Schenker, DHL Global Forwarding, Expeditors International, Panalpina, Ceva Logistics, and independent NVOCCs and air freight forwarders at SFO and LAX. We are available as a ground transport partner for any licensed freight forwarder.
Can you transport air cargo between SFO and LAX on the same day?
Yes. We provide same-day inter-hub transfers between our SFO Hub (South San Francisco) and LAX Hub (Inglewood). This service is used by freight forwarders who need to consolidate freight at a single gateway, by airlines managing freight exceptions, and by shippers who missed a flight at one airport and need cargo repositioned to catch a departure at the other.
Need TSA-Certified Air Cargo Ground Transport?
Our TSA-certified drivers are standing by 24/7. Call for urgent NFO dispatch or submit a quote for scheduled air freight runs.
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📍 TSA Air Cargo Services — California Service Coverage
As a TSA-approved Indirect Air Carrier (IAC), Marvin Transportation operates certified air cargo ground transport at every major California commercial airport. Our SFO Hub in South San Francisco provides same-day airport access to SFO, OAK, and SJC cargo terminals. Our LAX Hub in Inglewood delivers direct airport access to LAX, BUR, LGB, and ONT cargo facilities.
🌉 Northern California (SFO Hub)
South San Francisco · San Francisco (SFO) · Oakland (OAK) · San Jose (SJC) · Sunnyvale · Santa Clara · Fremont · Hayward · Richmond · Emeryville · San Mateo · Redwood City · Palo Alto · Mountain View · San Ramon · Pleasanton · Sacramento (SMF) · Fresno (FAT)
🌴 Southern California (LAX Hub)
Inglewood · Los Angeles (LAX) · Burbank (BUR) · Long Beach (LGB) · Ontario (ONT) · El Segundo · Hawthorne · Compton · Carson · Torrance · Anaheim · San Bernardino · Riverside · Rancho Cucamonga · San Diego (SAN) · Palm Springs (PSP)
🛣️ Key Corridors & Airports
SFO (SF Int’l) · OAK (Oakland) · SJC (San Jose) · LAX (Los Angeles Int’l) · BUR (Hollywood Burbank) · LGB (Long Beach) · ONT (Ontario Int’l) · SAN (San Diego) · SMF (Sacramento) · FAT (Fresno) · PSP (Palm Springs) · I-380 SFO Access · I-405 LAX Access
More Questions About TSA Air Cargo Services in California
What is the difference between a TSA-certified carrier and a standard courier for air cargo?
A TSA-certified Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) like Marvin Transportation has been vetted, approved, and authorized by the Transportation Security Administration to handle, transport, and transfer regulated air cargo on behalf of airlines and freight forwarders. Standard couriers without IAC certification cannot handle air cargo that requires TSA screening compliance or secure transfer to airline acceptance. For freight forwarders and importers using air freight in California, only a TSA-certified ground carrier maintains the security chain required by the TSA.
Can you provide ground transport for freight forwarders at SFO and LAX?
Yes. Marvin Transportation is the preferred ground transport partner for freight forwarders operating at both SFO and LAX. We pick up cargo from shippers, deliver to freight forwarder warehouses or directly to airline cargo acceptance, and recover inbound air freight from cargo terminals for final delivery. We are available 24/7 and serve both domestic and international freight forwarder programs at all major California air cargo gateways.
How quickly can you respond to a Next Flight Out (NFO) request at LAX or SFO?
Marvin Transportation’s average response time for an NFO dispatch request is under 60 minutes at our SFO Hub (South San Francisco) and LAX Hub (Inglewood). After receiving your NFO order, we deploy a TSA-certified driver immediately with target delivery to the cargo terminal in time for the next available commercial or charter flight. Call our 24/7 dispatch at (323) 673-7397 for same-hour NFO response.