Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof

HS v2022 Code: 880521

About ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof

HS code 880521 covers ground flying trainers, air combat simulators, and their respective parts. This industry plays a crucial role in the aviation and defense sectors, providing essential training equipment for pilots, navigators, and other aircrew. These specialized simulators allow for realistic flight and combat training without the risks and costs associated with using actual aircraft, making them an indispensable part of modern military and commercial aviation operations.

Production process

The production of ground flying trainers and air combat simulators involves a complex integration of advanced technologies, including computer-generated imagery, motion platforms, and sophisticated control systems. Manufacturers utilize a combination of custom-built components and off-the-shelf parts to create highly realistic and immersive training environments. The assembly process often requires specialized engineering expertise and strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and reliability of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs for this industry include advanced computer hardware and software, motion control systems, visual display technologies, and a range of specialized mechanical and electronic components. Manufacturers also rely on skilled technicians, engineers, and software developers to design, assemble, and integrate the various subsystems that make up these training simulators. Additionally, the industry requires access to specialized testing facilities and regulatory compliance processes to ensure the products meet stringent safety and performance standards.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are ground flying trainers and air combat simulators, which are used by military and commercial aviation organizations for pilot, navigator, and aircrew training. These simulators are often tailored to specific aircraft models and mission profiles, and their outputs may be consumed by 880521 Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof, 880520 Flight simulators and parts thereof, and other related aviation training and simulation industries.

Revisions to 880521

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 880521. The most recent 1 version of this code (880521) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 880521.

Family tree for ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/88'>88: Aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8805'>8805: Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear, ground flying trainers; parts of the foregoing articles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/880521'>880521: Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; air combat simulators and parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/880510'>880510: Aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/880529'>880529: Ground flying trainers and parts thereof; other than air combat simulators and parts thereof</a>"]

    

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