Of an unladen weight exceeding 998 but not exceeding 2,000 kg
Other aircraft (for example, helicopters, airplanes, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles: > Helicopters: > Of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg > New: > Other: > Of an unladen weight exceeding 998 but not exceeding 2,000 kg
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8802.11.01.45
Airbus H125 Helicopter
The Airbus H125 is a single-engine light utility helicopter with an unladen weight of approximately 1,450 kg, designed for missions such as aerial work, rescue, and tourism. It falls under HTS 8802.11.01.45 as a new helicopter with an unladen weight exceeding 998 kg but not exceeding 2,000 kg, excluding crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment per subheading note. This classification applies to its use as a manned aircraft distinct from unmanned systems in heading 8806.
Bell 407 Helicopter
The Bell 407 is a four-blade, single-engine light helicopter with an unladen weight around 1,800 kg, used for corporate transport, emergency medical services, and law enforcement. Classified under HTS 8802.11.01.45 for new helicopters in the 998-2,000 kg unladen weight range, per the note excluding non-permanent items. It qualifies as 'other aircraft' specifically helicopters not exceeding 2,000 kg.
Robinson R44 Raven II Helicopter
The Robinson R44 Raven II is a four-seat, piston-engine light helicopter with an unladen weight of about 1,300 kg, popular for training and private use. It matches HTS 8802.11.01.45 as a new helicopter exceeding 998 kg but ≤2,000 kg unladen weight in normal flying order. This excludes fuel and crew as defined in the subheading note.
Leonardo AW109 Trekker Helicopter
The Leonardo AW109 Trekker is a twin-engine light twin helicopter with unladen weight near 1,700 kg, suited for VIP transport and offshore operations. HTS 8802.11.01.45 covers new helicopters in this weight class per unladen definition. It is distinguished from unmanned or heavier models.
MD Helicopters MD 520N
The MD 520N is a five-seat NOTAR (no tail rotor) light helicopter with unladen weight of 1,100 kg, used for police and utility roles. Fits HTS 8802.11.01.45 for new helicopters 998-2,000 kg unladen. Subheading note ensures accurate weight without temporary gear.
Enstrom 480B Helicopter
The Enstrom 480B is a turbine-powered light helicopter with unladen weight around 1,200 kg, for training and touring. Classified under HTS 8802.11.01.45 as new, weight-compliant helicopter. Excludes payload/fuel per note.
Guimbal Cabri G2 Helicopter
The Guimbal Cabri G2 is a two-seat training helicopter with unladen weight of 1,050 kg, emphasizing fuel efficiency. HTS 8802.11.01.45 applies to this new model in the specified weight band.