Trump Threatens 50% Aircraft Tariff on Canada Over Certification Dispute

Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning against Canada over trade issues, accusing the country of unjustly and illegally denying certification to aircraft made by American company Gulfstream.

On the social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated that Canada has refused to certify Gulfstream’s 500, 600, 700, and 800 jet models, which he described as some of the world’s most advanced and superior aircraft. He called this treatment unfair to the US company and announced that America would take retaliatory action.

Trump declared that the US would revoke certification for Bombardier Global Express jets and all other aircraft manufactured in Canada. This decision will remain in effect until Gulfstream receives full certification from Canadian authorities.

The President further accused Canada of using its regulatory process to block the sale of American planes. According to him, this is the reason Gulfstream’s products are unable to enter the Canadian market.

Trump warned that if the issue is not resolved promptly, tariffs would be imposed. He said, “If this situation is not corrected immediately for any reason, I will impose a 50 percent tariff on all aircraft sold from Canada to the United States.”

This statement has sparked strong political reactions within the US. Democratic Senator Kirsten Gillibrand from New York criticized Trump for his reckless use of tariffs against close allied countries. She demanded that the President stop these unlawful tariff threats immediately.

Gillibrand pointed out that Trump has previously threatened 100 percent tariffs on Canadian goods and 25 percent tariffs on South Korean products. She also recalled his warning of 10 percent tariffs on NATO countries until the US was given Greenland.

The Senator warned that increasing tariffs on Canada would directly impact New York and surrounding areas. She noted that many essential products such as food, electricity, and car parts depend on Canadian supplies. According to her, tariffs already imposed have added approximately $4,200 in extra costs for families in New York.

Gillibrand also cautioned about rising inflation, stating that increasing the financial burden on ordinary families amid soaring prices is unjust.

Canada is a major trading partner of the United States, with interconnected supply chains in energy, manufacturing, and aviation sectors. Experts warn that disputes over aircraft certification could affect not only trade but also the broader bilateral relationship between the two countries.