Used Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger Helicopter
The Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger is a single-engine, light utility helicopter with an unladen weight exceeding 2,000 kg, commonly used for aerial tours, medevac, and corporate transport. This HTS code 8802.12.0180 applies to used or rebuilt helicopters of this weight class, excluding unmanned aircraft. It falls under 'Other' as it is not a specific piston-engine model but meets the criteria for helicopters over 2,000 kg unladen weight.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If new, not used or rebuilt
New helicopters of unladen weight exceeding 2,000 kg classify under the new subheading, separate from used/rebuilt category.
If unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg
Helicopters under 2,000 kg unladen weight shift to 8802.60, based on the subheading weight threshold definition.
If unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone
Unmanned helicopters fall under heading 8806 for unmanned aircraft, regardless of weight or use status.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FAA Form 8130-3 airworthiness certification for used aircraft and verify unladen weight documentation excluding crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment
• Comply with bilateral airworthiness agreements (e.g
• FAA-EASA) and ensure export certificate of airworthiness from origin country
• Budget for FAA registration, customs inspection, and potential AD compliance; avoid pitfalls like incomplete maintenance logs leading to import rejection
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