HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8805.29 – Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; other than air combat simulators and parts thereof

HS code 8805.29 is the 6-digit subheading for ground flying trainers and parts thereof, other than air combat simulators and parts thereof. It is used for boeing 737 full flight simulator, airbus A320 flight training device, helicopter flight simulator, general aviation flight trainer and cockpit procedure trainer.

What HS 8805.29 covers

This HS code encompasses a broad category of ground-based flight simulators and trainers, excluding those specifically designed for air combat. This includes full-flight simulators for commercial airliners, general aviation aircraft, and helicopters, used for pilot training, certification, and recurrent practice. The international trade in these devices is vital for the global aviation industry, ensuring pilots are highly skilled and meet stringent safety standards. Major importers are airlines, flight schools, and aviation academies worldwide, constantly needing to train new pilots and keep existing ones proficient. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of simulation technology, often based in countries with significant aerospace industries. Key considerations include the realism and fidelity of the simulation, regulatory compliance (e.g., FAA, EASA certifications), and the modularity to adapt to different aircraft types. These trainers significantly reduce the cost and risk of actual flight training, making them indispensable for modern aviation.

Covers
  • Boeing 737 full flight simulator
  • Airbus A320 flight training device
  • Helicopter flight simulator
  • General aviation flight trainer
  • Cockpit procedure trainer
  • Air traffic control simulator
  • Flight management system trainer
Examples
  • CAE 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator
  • L3Harris A320 Flight Training Device
  • FlightSafety International Gulfstream G650 Simulator
  • Frasca International Cessna 172 Trainer

Codes often confused with 8805.29

Common mistake. This code is differentiated from air combat simulators (880521) by the absence of combat-specific features. It could be confused with general educational equipment (9023) or even advanced video game systems (9504) if the professional, certified aviation training purpose is not clearly identified.

8805.21Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof90.23Instruments, apparatus and models, designed for demonstrational purposes (in education or exhibitions), unsuitable for other uses95.04Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment

Top exporters and importers of HS code 880529, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 880529 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Canada $1.2B
  2. 2 Netherlands $77M
  3. 3 Spain $51M

The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $451M
  2. 2 China $203M
  3. 3 Canada $184M

World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 8805.29

Brazil does not split HS 8805.29: its NCM code is 8805.29.00.

  1. 8805.29.00 Other ground flight simulators and partsOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 88.05 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8805.29

What is HS code 880529?

HS code 880529 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; other than air combat simulators and parts thereof. This HS code encompasses a broad category of ground-based flight simulators and trainers, excluding those specifically designed for air combat. This includes full-flight simulators for commercial airliners, general aviation aircraft, and helicopters, used for pilot training, certification, and recurrent practice. The international trade in these devices is vital for the global aviation industry, ensuring pilots are highly skilled and meet stringent safety standards. Major importers are airlines, flight schools, and aviation academies worldwide, constantly needing to train new pilots and keep existing ones proficient. Exporters are specialized manufacturers of simulation technology, often based in countries with significant aerospace industries. Key considerations include the realism and fidelity of the simulation, regulatory compliance (e.g., FAA, EASA certifications), and the modularity to adapt to different aircraft types. These trainers significantly reduce the cost and risk of actual flight training, making them indispensable for modern aviation.

What products fall under HS code 880529?

Boeing 737 full flight simulator, Airbus A320 flight training device, helicopter flight simulator, general aviation flight trainer, cockpit procedure trainer, air traffic control simulator, flight management system trainer

What are common misclassifications for HS code 880529?

This code is differentiated from air combat simulators (880521) by the absence of combat-specific features. It could be confused with general educational equipment (9023) or even advanced video game systems (9504) if the professional, certified aviation training purpose is not clearly identified.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 880529?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 880529 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($1.2B, 74% of world exports), the Netherlands ($77M) and Spain ($51M). World exports came to about $1.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 880529?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 880529 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($451M, 20% of world imports), China ($203M) and Canada ($184M). World imports came to about $2.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 880529 structured?

HS code 880529 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (88) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 880529?

In Brazil, HS code 880529 is NCM 8805.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.