US Department of Commerce adds AVIC and subsidiaries to Military End User list
[REGULATORY ACTION]Dec 22, 2020 · Aviation Industry Corporation of China · Wing Loong UAV · Ain Oussera Airbase, Algeria
Failure Mode
REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Dec 22, 2020
Primary Entity
Aviation Industry Corporation of China
Robotic Platform
Wing Loong UAV
Jurisdiction / Location
Ain Oussera Airbase, Algeria
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
The US Department of Commerce added the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) and eight subordinate entities to its Military End User (MEU) list, restricting their access to US-origin technology and components. AVIC is also subject to US sanctions as a designated Chinese defense entity.
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Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://www.millercanfield.com/resources-Military-End-User-List-Exports-China-Russia.html
https://www.millercanfield.com/resources-Military-End-User-List-Exports-China-Russia.html
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in US Department of Commerce adds AVIC and subsidiaries to Military End User list?
The US Department of Commerce added the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) and eight subordinate entities to its Military End User (MEU) list, restricting their access to US-origin technology and components. AVIC is also subject to US sanctions as a designated Chinese defense entity.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on December 22, 2020 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in US Department of Commerce adds AVIC and subsidiaries to Military End User list?
Wing Loong UAV by Aviation Industry Corporation of China is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Ain Oussera Airbase, Algeria.
Has anyone responded to US Department of Commerce adds AVIC and subsidiaries to Military End User list?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of US Department of Commerce adds AVIC and subsidiaries to Military End User list?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.