Aircraft imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aircraft by Kenya reached $269.5 million in 2024 (972 tonnes). That is 104% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $269.5M | 972 t |
| 2023 | $132.0M | 898 t |
| 2022 | $134.0M | 630 t |
| 2021 | $122.4M | 166 t |
| 2020 | $240.2M | 447 t |
| 2019 | $179.2M | 348 t |
| 2018 | $139.2M | 162 t |
| 2017 | $85.1M | 104 t |
Where Kenya imports aircraft from
Most of the value came from United States (46%), Canada (16%), United Kingdom (11%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+475% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $124.2M | 46% |
| Canada | $43.0M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $30.8M | 11% |
| France | $17.2M | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $12.6M | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $8.3M | 3.1% |
| Cyprus | $6.6M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $6.5M | 2.4% |
| New Zealand | $3.9M | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 8802
| 8802.40 | Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg | 45% |
| 8802.30 | Medium aeroplanes | 33% |
| 8802.11 | Light helicopters | 16% |
| 8802.12 | Heavy helicopters | 5.3% |
| 8802.20 | Light aeroplanes | 0.9% |
| 8802.60 | Spacecraft and satellites | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $277.36 per kg, 71% below the world average of $969.93, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aircraft exports from Kenya
Exports of aircraft by Kenya reached $3.3 million in 2024 (19 tonnes). Madagascar alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Madagascar grew fastest (+672% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar | $1.9M | 59% |
| Australia | $1.2M | 35% |
| South Africa | $134K | 4.1% |
| Georgia | $70K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aircraft imports (HS 8802): 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: Aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8801, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806, (e.g. helicopters, aeroplanes); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aircraft worth $269.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 972 tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 104% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft to Kenya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($124.2 million), followed by Canada (16%) and the United Kingdom (11%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 475% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft per kg?
The average declared import value was about $277.36 per kg in 2024, 71% below the world average of $969.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aircraft to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.1 million in 2017 to $269.5 million in 2024, an increase of 217%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $162.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aircraft?
Yes. Kenya exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Madagascar, Australia and South Africa. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $266.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft?
The HS code for aircraft is heading 8802. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8802.40 (45% of the value) and 8802.30 (33%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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