Revenue Accounting Manual

This publication explains the standard billing procedures for the interline accounting of passenger, cargo, Universal Air Travel and miscellaneous revenues. The Manual contains rules governing interline accounting including regulations relating to currency of collection and billing. In addition, it provides information on the preparation and handling of invoices/credit notes covering passenger, excess baggage and cargo billing together with procedures in respect of unacceptable charges. The Manual also contains the agreements, procedures and specifications for the exchange of billing data through the Interline Data Exchange Centre (IDEC). Similarly, the Standard Agreement for Passenger Interline Accounting on a sampling basis, the First and Final Billing Agreement and the Paperless Billing Agreement are published in the Revenue Accounting Manual. The 2008 Edition reflects the changes necessary to accommodate weekly Clearing House Settlement. Published annually in January. Available in English only.

Accompanying the 2008 edition of the Revenue Accounting Manual is a CD-ROM. Contained in the CD is an electronic version of the 2008 RAM which features search and index functions and electronic email addresses. As well as the Reports and Agendas from the 39th, 40th and 41st Revenue Accounting Meetings, and updated First & Final Interline Billing documentation is enclosed. Also included for your convenience is a directory of RAM Chapter B7 contact and address information and of Revenue Accounting System Suppliers.