EMALS Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System Coil
Electromagnetic coils used in the EMALS system on Ford-class carriers generate the linear motor force to launch aircraft without steam. This part is under HTS 8805.10.00.00 for modern aircraft launching gear components.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as standalone power supply converters
Static converters for electric motors are under Chapter 85 without aircraft specificity.
If for complete launching machines rather than parts
Complete aircraft launching gear falls under other aircraft heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify based on specific end-use in aircraft launching; obtain DDTC approval for defense articles
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F/A-18 Super Hornet Catapult Launch Bar
The catapult launch bar is a critical component of the nose landing gear on F/A-18 aircraft, used to engage carrier-based steam catapults for aircraft launching. It falls under HTS 8805.10.00.00 as part of aircraft launching gear essential for naval carrier operations.
Aircraft Carrier Steam Catapult Piston Assembly
This heavy-duty piston assembly drives the shuttle in steam-powered catapults on aircraft carriers like the Nimitz-class, propelling aircraft to takeoff speed. Classified under HTS 8805.10.00.00 as integral to aircraft launching gear.
Hydraulic Purchase Cable Damper
This hydraulic damper absorbs shock on the purchase cable of aircraft carrier arrestor systems during aircraft recovery. Falls under HTS 8805.10.00.00 for deck-arrestor gear parts.
Carrier Deck Arresting Wire Sheave
High-strength sheaves guide and tension the steel arresting wires on aircraft carrier decks for safe aircraft stops. Classified in HTS 8805.10.00.00 as deck-arrestor gear components.
C-13 Steam Catapult Valve Block
Precision-machined valve block controlling steam flow in the legacy C-13 steam catapult system used on U.S. carriers. Part of aircraft launching gear under HTS 8805.10.00.00.
F-35C Tailhook Mechanism
Retractable tailhook designed for the F-35C Lightning II carrier variant engages arrestor wires during shipboard landings. Under HTS 8805.10.00.00 as deck-arrestor gear part.