On the 29th, U.S. President Trump posted on his social platform, accusing Canada of long refusing to certify several Gulfstream business jets—models G500, G600, G700, and G800—calling Canada's actions "wrong and illegal." He warned that if Canada does not immediately resolve the certification issues for multiple Gulfstream business jets, the U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on aircraft manufactured in Canada.
Trump stated that by not certifying the Gulfstream G500, G600, G700, and G800 models, Canada is in effect using technical procedures to block U.S. products from entering the Canadian market. In response, the U.S. will revoke certification for Bombardier's Global Express series and all aircraft manufactured in Canada until Gulfstream’s jets are fully certified.
● Will Deal a Devastating Blow to Canada’s Aerospace Sector
He further warned that if the issue is not resolved immediately, the U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on all Canadian aircraft exported to the U.S. If this threat is carried out, it will deal a devastating blow to Canada’s aerospace manufacturing sector and severely disrupt the North American aircraft market.
This threat is the latest development in the long-standing friction between the U.S. and Canada since Trump took office last year. Earlier, Canadian Prime Minister Carney said that after reports emerged of Alberta separatists meeting with U.S. officials, he hoped Trump would "respect Canada’s sovereignty." Just a few days ago, Trump also threatened to impose tariffs as high as 100% on Canada— America’s second-largest trading partner—if Canada reaches a trade deal with China.