Bell 407 Helicopter
The Bell 407 is a single-engine utility helicopter with an unladen weight of approximately 2,200 kg, used for passenger transport, emergency medical services, and light cargo operations. It falls under HTS 8802.30.01.60 as a new airplane or other aircraft (helicopter) with unladen weight exceeding 2,000 kg but not exceeding 15,000 kg, excluding unmanned aircraft. This classification applies to its normal flying order weight without crew, fuel, or removable equipment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unladen weight exceeds 15,000 kg
Aircraft with unladen weight over 15,000 kg shift to 8802.60, reflecting size-based classification in heading 8802.
If unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg
Smaller aircraft under 2,000 kg unladen weight are classified in 8802.11, per the weight thresholds in subheadings 8802.11 to 8802.40.
If designed as unmanned aircraft (UAV)
Unmanned aircraft, even if piloted-capable, fall under heading 8806 if primarily for remote operation, excluding manned helicopters like the Bell 407.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FAA airworthiness certificate and manufacturer's unladen weight declaration before import; verify no military end-use to avoid ITAR restrictions
• Common pitfall: incorrect weight calculation including temporary equipment—use official subheading note definition
• Prepare detailed technical specs and end-user statements for CBP review
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