U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier that it must manufacture its planes on American soil in order to continue selling them in the United States, or else face a sales ban. His statement comes amid rising trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada. Trump made it clear that companies wishing to access the U.S. market must produce domestically, and in cases of unfair practices, the sale of Bombardier planes would be halted.
Bombardier has stated that it supports tens of thousands of jobs across the U.S. and has supply chain connections with nearly 2,800 American companies in 47 countries. The company’s aircraft incorporate key components such as engines and avionics made by American firms. Additionally, Bombardier plans to open a new facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana, by the end of this year.
Previously, Trump had also threatened to revoke U.S. certification for Bombardier aircraft and impose tariffs of up to 50% on Canadian planes. Currently, Bombardier’s aircraft meet U.S. regulatory standards and are exempt from tariffs. Tensions escalated after trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada broke down. Last month, the Trump administration imposed a 50% tariff on Canadian goods valued at around $20 billion. In response, Canada announced retaliatory tariffs starting Tuesday, imposing 15%, 25%, and 50% duties on American steel, aluminum, and dairy products, respectively.
