8802.20.01 - Airplanes and other aircraft, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg

This HTS category, 8802.20.01, specifically covers airplanes and other aircraft with an unladen weight that does not exceed 2,000 kilograms. This classification is pertinent for lighter aircraft, encompassing a range of models that fall within this weight threshold. It is crucial to accurately determine the unladen weight of the aircraft, as this is the primary distinguishing factor for classification within heading 8802.

Within the broader scope of heading 8802, this subcategory is distinguished from its siblings by its specified weight limit. Aircraft exceeding 2,000 kg but not exceeding 15,000 kg fall under 8802.30.01, while those over 15,000 kg are classified under 8802.40.01. Helicopters and spacecraft have their own distinct classifications as well, ensuring precise categorization based on aircraft type and weight.

The subcategories within 8802.20.01 further refine classification based on finer weight distinctions and general "other" categories. For instance, 8802.20.01.15 accounts for aircraft of an unladen weight not exceeding 450 kg, indicating a focus on even smaller, typically recreational or specialized, aircraft. The "Other" subcategory serves to capture remaining aircraft that meet the general weight criteria of 8802.20.01 but do not fall into more specific weight-based subdivisions.