Heavy helicopters imports in Israel: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Israel imported heavy helicopters worth $29.2 million (5 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 76% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29.2M | 5 t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 11 t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 2 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 11 t |
| 2018 | $21.8M | 18 t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 6 t |
Where Israel imports heavy helicopters from
Most of the value came from United States (38%), Czech Republic (29%), South Africa (22%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.0M | 38% |
| Czech Republic | $8.4M | 29% |
| South Africa | $6.3M | 22% |
| Japan | $3.5M | 12% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6,090.42 per kg, 195% above the world average of $2,066.94. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Heavy helicopters exports from Israel
Exports of heavy helicopters by Israel reached $8.6 million in 2024 (4 tonnes). United States alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+810% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.6M | 53% |
| Brazil | $4.0M | 47% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel heavy helicopters imports (HS 8802.12): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8802.12: Helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy helicopters imported by Israel?
Israel imported heavy helicopters worth $29.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 88 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy helicopters to Israel?
The United States was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by the Czech Republic (29%) and South Africa (22%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 15% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy helicopters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6,090.42 per kg in 2024, 195% above the world average of $2,066.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy helicopters to Israel changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $29.2 million in 2024, an increase of 399%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does Israel also export heavy helicopters?
Yes. Israel exported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Brazil and the United Kingdom. On balance Israel is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy helicopters?
The HS code for heavy helicopters is subheading 8802.12. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8802 page.
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