HS Code 8805Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear, ground flying trainers; parts of the foregoing articles
3 six-digit codes · Heading 4 of 6 in Chapter 88 · World Customs Organization Harmonized System
HS code 8805 is the customs heading for gear that launches or catches aircraft, and for machines that train pilots on the ground. Here is what belongs in it, what does not, and how to pick the right six-digit code.
“Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear, ground flying trainers; parts of the foregoing articles” divides three ways under heading 8805 — 880510, 880521 and 880529. Each carries its own customs description, and the exact wording below is what a classification has to match. The heading is number 4 of 6 in Chapter 88, Aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof, which runs to 26 six-digit codes in all.
Six-digit codes under heading 8805
| HS Code | Import–export description |
|---|---|
| 880510 | Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear and parts thereof |
| 880521 | Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof |
| 880529 | Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; other than air combat simulators and parts thereof |
What HS code 8805 covers
Heading 8805 is for equipment that helps an aircraft take off, land on a ship, or train a pilot without leaving the ground. In India the same heading is called HSN code 8805. The digits are identical.
There are three groups of goods. The first is aircraft catapult launching gear, which throws a plane into the air from a short deck. The second is deck-arrestor gear, which stops a plane that lands on a ship. The third is ground flying trainers, which let a pilot practise flying on the ground.
Parts made for these machines are covered too. A spare for a catapult or a simulator therefore stays in this heading.
Every country starts from the same six digits of the WCO Harmonized System. Your national tariff may add more digits, so check the full tariff classification with your customs broker.
How to choose between 880510, 880521 and 880529
Ask one question first. Does the item launch or catch an aircraft, or does it train a pilot?
If it launches or catches aircraft, use HS 880510. If it trains pilots, look at the type of training machine. An air combat simulator belongs in HS 880521. Any other ground trainer belongs in HS 880529.
- Catapult or arrestor equipment: 880510
- Air combat simulators: 880521
- Other ground trainers: 880529
HS 8805 vs nearby Chapter 88 headings
Many buyers mix up 8805 with 8807. Heading 8807 is the home for parts of aeroplanes, helicopters, drones, gliders and balloons. So a rotor part for a helicopter is not an 8805 item.
Heading 8805 is narrower. A part must be made for launching gear, arrestor gear or a ground trainer. Complete aircraft sit in 8802, parachutes in 8804, and drones in 8806.
Check what the part was made for. That one test clears up most Chapter 88 aircraft parts questions. If you are still unsure, try the HS code classifier.
HS 8805 import and export data
Classification tells you what to call a product. Customs records tell you who buys and sells it. For heading 8805, shipment records show real movements of launching gear and trainers between companies.
EximDataX shows shipment-level import and export records from official customs sources. Coverage: 43 direct customs feeds plus 184 mirror-derived countries. Named buyers and named suppliers are available in 38 of the 43 direct markets. Most markets refresh weekly and some refresh daily.
You can search by HS code to see who imports and exports a product, and book a free demo. To find aircraft launching gear exporters and buyers, start with 8805 or one of its three six-digit codes.
Nearby headings in Chapter 88
- 8801Balloons and dirigibles; gliders, hang gliders and other non-powered aircraft.1 code
- 8802Aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8801, except unmanned aircraft of heading…6 codes
- 8804Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes…1 code
- 8806Unmanned aircraft11 codes
- 8807Aircraft; parts of goods of heading 8801, 8802 or 88064 codes
Who ships under 8805?
EximDataX tracks the live import–export records filed under this heading and the 3 codes beneath it: named buyers, suppliers, quantities and values from official customs feeds.
Section XVII: Vehicles, Aircraft, Vessels and Transport Equipment, chapters 86–89.
HS Code 8805: common questions
What products are classified under HSN 8805?
Parts made for them are included.
What is the HS code for a flight simulator?
An air combat simulator goes under 880521. Other ground flying trainers, which covers most other flight simulators, go under 880529.
What is HS code 880510?
It is the code for launching gear and arrestor gear used with aircraft, including their parts.
Do spares of aircraft launching gear follow the same HSN?
Yes, if the spare is made for that gear. Spares for aeroplanes, helicopters or drones go to heading 8807 instead.
What is the difference between HS 8805 and HS 8807?
8807 is for parts of aircraft, helicopters, drones, gliders and balloons. 8805 is for launching gear, arrestor gear and ground trainers, plus parts made for them.
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