Aircraft imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $163.6 million of aircraft in 2024 (124 tonnes). Value rose 216% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% 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 | $163.6M | 124 t |
| 2023 | $51.7M | 52 t |
| 2022 | $46.5M | 119 t |
| 2021 | $33.6M | 88 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 11 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 34 t |
| 2018 | $34.7M | 23 t |
| 2017 | $17.9M | 60 t |
Where Namibia imports aircraft from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+395% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $142.8M | 87% |
| United States | $10.4M | 6.4% |
| South Africa | $9.6M | 5.9% |
| New Zealand | $666K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $70K | 0% |
| Botswana | $29K | 0% |
| Russia | $24K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $10K | 0% |
| Austria | $4K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8802
| 8802.40 | Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg | 73% |
| 8802.12 | Heavy helicopters | 16% |
| 8802.30 | Medium aeroplanes | 9.5% |
| 8802.20 | Light aeroplanes | 1% |
| 8802.11 | Light helicopters | 0.9% |
| 8802.60 | Spacecraft and satellites | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,319.36 per kg, 36% above the world average of $969.93. 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.
Aircraft exports from Namibia
Namibia exported $797 thousand of aircraft in 2024 (7 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (45%), South Africa (34%), Zimbabwe (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $359K | 45% |
| South Africa | $273K | 34% |
| Zimbabwe | $103K | 13% |
| Tanzania | $60K | 7.6% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia 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 Namibia?
Namibia imported aircraft worth $163.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 216% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft to Namibia?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($142.8 million), followed by the United States (6%) and South Africa (6%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 395% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,319.36 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $969.93 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 to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.9 million in 2017 to $163.6 million in 2024, an increase of 816%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $44.5 million a year.
Does Namibia also export aircraft?
Yes. Namibia exported $797 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, South Africa and Zimbabwe. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $162.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft?
The HS code for aircraft is heading 8802. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8802.40 (73% of the value) and 8802.12 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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