Light helicopters imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $6.4 million of light helicopters in 2024 (7 tonnes). That is 79% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $101.0 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 | $6.4M | 7 t |
| 2023 | $30.6M | 45 t |
| 2022 | $54.6M | 101 t |
| 2021 | $101.0M | 125 t |
| 2020 | $32.6M | 61 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 79 t |
| 2018 | $14.8M | 10 t |
| 2017 | $367K | 0 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light helicopters from
One supplier dominates: Georgia accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $5.1M | 80% |
| Czech Republic | $538K | 8.4% |
| Belgium | $532K | 8.3% |
| Poland | $183K | 2.9% |
| Australia | $24K | 0.4% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $910.93 per kg, close to the world average of $1,047.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light helicopters imports (HS 8802.11): 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 8802.11: Helicopters: of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of light helicopters imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light helicopters worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 125 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply light helicopters to the United Arab Emirates?
Georgia was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by the Czech Republic (8%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of light helicopters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $910.93 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1,047.11 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light helicopters to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $367 thousand in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $101.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for light helicopters?
The HS code for light helicopters is subheading 8802.11. 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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