U.S. President Donald Trump has launched his latest salvo in his escalating trade war with Canada.
Trump is now accusing Ottawa of “blocking” the certification of U.S.-made Gultstream jets and is threatening to “decertify” a series of Bombardier jets while slapping 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian aircraft.
Trump accuses Canada of “wrongfully, illegally and steadfastly” refusing to certify Gulfstream jets. As a result, he says the U.S. government will decertify Bombardier Global Express, and “all Aircraft made in Canada” until Gulfstream is fully certified.
Bombardier warns of possible impact to air traffic
Bombardier meanwhile says it has taken note of the President’s latest statements, and has been in contact with the federal government to ensure that the situation is “quickly resolved to avoid a significant impact to air traffic and the flying public.”
Bombardier employs more than 3,000 people at nine facilities in the U.S. and “create thousands of U.S. jobs through 2,8000 suppliers.
The company says it is actively investing in expanding its U.S. operations, and thousands of its private and civilian jets that are built in Canada fly in the U.S. every day.
