Aircraft launching equipment imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aircraft launching equipment by Kenya reached $3.1 million in 2024 (12 tonnes). Value rose 73% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.5 million.
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 | $3.1M | 12 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 14 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 5 t |
| 2019 | $8.5M | 44 t |
| 2018 | $13K | - |
| 2017 | $153K | 1 t |
Where Kenya imports aircraft launching equipment from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 68% |
| Canada | $684K | 22% |
| Brazil | $269K | 8.8% |
| Egypt | $7K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | $2K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.1% |
| China | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8805
| 8805.10 | Catapult and arresting gear | 94% |
| 8805.29 | Flight training simulators | 6.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8805.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $264.44 per kg, 30% below the world average of $375.37, 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 launching equipment exports from Kenya
Exports of aircraft launching equipment by Kenya reached $674 thousand in 2024 (1 tonnes). Poland alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $671K | 100% |
| Egypt | $3K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya aircraft launching equipment imports (HS 8805): 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 8805: Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear, ground flying trainers; parts of the foregoing articles.
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft launching equipment imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported aircraft launching equipment worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 154 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft launching equipment to Kenya?
The United States was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Brazil (9%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft launching equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $264.44 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $375.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aircraft launching equipment to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $153 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2019 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Kenya also export aircraft launching equipment?
Yes. Kenya exported $674 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland and Egypt. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft launching equipment?
The HS code for aircraft launching equipment is heading 8805. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8805.10 (94% of the value) and 8805.29 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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