Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight 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: > Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight 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]
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 8802.20.01
Cessna 172 Skyhawk
The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is a single-engine, four-seat, high-wing light airplane used for flight training, personal travel, and aerial observation. It has an unladen weight of approximately 1,670 kg, falling under HTS 8802.20.01 as an airplane not exceeding 2,000 kg unladen weight. This classification applies to its complete, assembled form ready for flight.
Robinson R44 Raven Helicopter
The Robinson R44 Raven is a four-seat, single-engine light helicopter popular for private use, training, and utility missions. With an unladen weight around 1,300 kg, it qualifies under HTS 8802.20.01 for other aircraft not exceeding 2,000 kg unladen weight. The 'unladen weight' excludes crew, fuel, and non-permanent equipment as defined in subheading notes.
Tecnam P2008 Light Airplane
The Tecnam P2008 is a two-seat, all-metal light training airplane with retractable gear, ideal for flight schools. Its unladen weight of about 640 kg places it squarely in HTS 8802.20.01 for airplanes under 2,000 kg unladen weight. This covers fixed-wing aircraft excluding unmanned types.
Enstrom 480B Light Helicopter
The Enstrom 480B is a turbine-powered, five-seat light helicopter for utility and training with unladen weight of 1,350 kg. It falls under HTS 8802.20.01 for other aircraft not exceeding 2,000 kg unladen weight. Includes permanently fitted equipment only in weight calc.
Grob G 115 Tutor Airplane
The Grob G 115 Tutor is a two-seat military trainer airplane adapted for civilian use, unladen weight ~1,000 kg. Fits HTS 8802.20.01 as other aircraft not exceeding 2,000 kg. Used by air forces and flight schools.
Eurocopter EC120 Colibri Helicopter
The Eurocopter EC120 Colibri is a lightweight, single-engine five-seat helicopter for training and light utility. Unladen weight of roughly 1,320 kg fits HTS 8802.20.01, but note helicopters typically use 8802.11—classified here as 'other aircraft' if specified. Excludes unmanned and spacecraft.
Diamond DA20 Katana Airplane
The Diamond DA20 Katana is a two-seat trainer airplane with composite construction for aerobatics and primary training. Unladen weight around 730 kg qualifies for HTS 8802.20.01 as other aircraft ≤2,000 kg. Used widely in flight academies.
Pipistrel Virus SW Light Sport Airplane
The Pipistrel Virus SW is a high-performance light sport aircraft for recreational flying and training, with unladen weight under 600 kg. Classified in HTS 8802.20.01 as airplanes ≤2,000 kg unladen. Popular in Europe for sport pilot certification.
Bell 47G Light Helicopter
The Bell 47G is a classic three-seat piston helicopter used for training and utility, with unladen weight about 930 kg. It qualifies under HTS 8802.20.01 for other aircraft ≤2,000 kg. Iconic design from 1940s still in production.
MD Helicopters MD 500
The MD 500 is a lightweight scout helicopter with unladen weight of 750 kg, used for observation and training. Under HTS 8802.20.01 for aircraft ≤2,000 kg unladen weight. Compact five-seat design.