The Houston Airport System (HAS) also continued its steady growth in the volume of freight moved, especially at Hobby. In November, 23.7% more freight was moved through HOU than in the same month in '03, and for the year, Hobby's cargo numbers are up 13.4%. Southwest Airlines' cargo operations led the way, increasing by 25.9% over November '03.
Overall growth for HAS's cargo continues steady at 6.1% for the year. This year to date at IAH, international airfreight is up by 8.8% and domestic freight increased four percent.