Light aeroplanes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light aeroplanes by the United Arab Emirates reached $9.3 million in 2024 (19 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $52.4 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 | $9.3M | 19 t |
| 2023 | $8.1M | 28 t |
| 2022 | $13.7M | 32 t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 24 t |
| 2020 | $12.6M | 20 t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 17 t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 13 t |
| 2017 | $52.4M | 183 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light aeroplanes from
Austria alone supplied 85% of it. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+291% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $8.0M | 85% |
| Poland | $526K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $316K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $155K | 1.7% |
| Serbia | $109K | 1.2% |
| El Salvador | $65K | 0.7% |
| Morocco | $52K | 0.6% |
| France | $49K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $44K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $43K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $493.83 per kg, close to the world average of $489.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light aeroplanes exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported light aeroplanes worth $911 thousand (2 tonnes). Georgia alone took 81% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $737K | 81% |
| Nigeria | $100K | 11% |
| Uzbekistan | $42K | 4.6% |
| Iceland | $31K | 3.4% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light aeroplanes imports (HS 8802.20): 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 8802.20: Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of light aeroplanes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light aeroplanes worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply light aeroplanes to the United Arab Emirates?
Austria was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Poland (6%) and Germany (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 667% on the year.
What is the average import price of light aeroplanes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $493.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $489.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light aeroplanes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.4 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, a fall of 82%. The peak was 2017 at $52.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light aeroplanes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $911 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Nigeria and Uzbekistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for light aeroplanes?
The HS code for light aeroplanes is subheading 8802.20. It sits in HS chapter 88 (aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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