Trump says he's decertifying Canada-made aircraft and threatens 50% tariffs
7 days ago
- #Aviation
- #Trade War
- #US-Canada Relations
- President Donald Trump announced the decertification of all aircraft made in Canada, including Bombardier's Global Express, and threatened a 50% tariff on these planes.
- Trump accused Canada of prohibiting the sale of American-made Gulfstream jets through its certification process, demanding immediate correction.
- The threat escalates ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada, following previous tariff threats related to trade deals with China.
- Legal authority for Trump's decertification remains unclear, with no executive order released and aviation experts questioning the use of safety certifications in trade disputes.
- Bombardier responded by highlighting its significant U.S. operations and suppliers, warning of potential disruptions to air traffic and the flying public.
- The potential grounding of Canadian-made jets, including regional CRJ jets, could severely impact U.S. airlines, passengers, and rural airports reliant on regional flights.
- Industry sources speculate the decertification may target new private aircraft rather than existing passenger jets, but uncertainty remains regarding the scope, including helicopters.
- The FAA has not commented, and the situation continues to develop with potential widespread implications for U.S. air travel and trade relations.