Leonardo AW109 Trekker Helicopter from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0125%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]
Import Tips
• Confirm twin-engine setup in specs; obtain EASA/FAA dual certification if applicable
• Pitfall: classifying as 'military' if configured for armed forces—requires separate review