Medium aeroplanes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported medium aeroplanes worth $624.9 million (283 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $1.99 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $624.9M | 283 t |
| 2023 | $1.28B | 346 t |
| 2022 | $1.07B | 388 t |
| 2021 | $160.3M | 260 t |
| 2020 | $170.0M | 179 t |
| 2019 | $516.5M | 314 t |
| 2018 | $638.9M | 226 t |
| 2017 | $1.99B | 416 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports medium aeroplanes to
One buyer market dominates: Qatar accounted for 73% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $456.6M | 73% |
| United States | $32.3M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $25.3M | 4.1% |
| Malta | $25.3M | 4% |
| Kenya | $21.8M | 3.5% |
| Bulgaria | $8.7M | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $8.3M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $7.1M | 1.1% |
| Brazil | $6.3M | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,210.37 per kg, 71% above the world average of $1,290.12. 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.
Medium aeroplanes imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported medium aeroplanes worth $363.8 million (332 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 113 countries. Most of the value came from United States (27%), Canada (26%), Germany (16%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $99.8M | 28% |
| Canada | $92.8M | 26% |
| Germany | $59.3M | 16% |
| Switzerland | $32.6M | 9% |
| Brazil | $28.5M | 7.8% |
| France | $22.0M | 6.1% |
| Italy | $9.9M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $5.9M | 1.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $5.2M | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $3.1M | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom medium aeroplanes exports (HS 8802.30): 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 8802.30: Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg but not exceeding 15,000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of medium aeroplanes exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported medium aeroplanes worth $624.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 283 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 80 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy medium aeroplanes from the United Kingdom?
Qatar was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($456.6 million), followed by the United States (5%) and the Netherlands (4%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 27 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average export price of medium aeroplanes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2,210.37 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $1,290.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of medium aeroplanes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.99 billion in 2017 to $624.9 million in 2024, a fall of 69%. The peak was 2017 at $1.99 billion. Over 8 years the average was $806.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import medium aeroplanes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $363.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Canada and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $261.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium aeroplanes?
The HS code for medium aeroplanes is subheading 8802.30. 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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