Light aeroplanes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported light aeroplanes worth $18.6 million (46 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $108.5 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 | $18.6M | 46 t |
| 2023 | $35.2M | 67 t |
| 2022 | $25.8M | 72 t |
| 2021 | $25.0M | 92 t |
| 2020 | $15.8M | 35 t |
| 2019 | $31.6M | 53 t |
| 2018 | $46.5M | 248 t |
| 2017 | $108.5M | 213 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports light aeroplanes from
The largest suppliers were Austria (40%), Switzerland (9%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+858% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $7.5M | 40% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 8.6% |
| Slovenia | $1.4M | 7.8% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 7.1% |
| Czech Republic | $934K | 5% |
| Slovakia | $930K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $737K | 4% |
| India | $683K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $613K | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $402.16 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 Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $8.8 million of light aeroplanes in 2024 (35 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (14%), Nigeria (14%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 14% |
| Nigeria | $1.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 13% |
| France | $774K | 8.8% |
| Turkey | $766K | 8.7% |
| Australia | $666K | 7.6% |
| Spain | $466K | 5.3% |
| Greece | $449K | 5.1% |
| South Africa | $443K | 5% |
| Chile | $385K | 4.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported light aeroplanes worth $18.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 133 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply light aeroplanes to the United Kingdom?
Austria was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by Switzerland (9%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 858% on the year.
What is the average import price of light aeroplanes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $402.16 per kg in 2024, 18% below 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 Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $108.5 million in 2017 to $18.6 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2017 at $108.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export light aeroplanes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Nigeria and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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