What Happened
Tensions Ease Over Private Jet Approvals Amid Trade Threats
Tensions between the US and Canada over the certification of Gulfstream private jets appear to be easing, with the FAA head confirming that concerns over delays have been addressed. The issue began when President Trump threatened to decertify Canadian-made Bombardier jets and impose a 50% tariff on Canadian aircraft sold in the US, citing perceived delays in certifying Gulfstream’s G500, G600, G700, and G800 aircraft. However, according to Reuters, the FAA has now resolved the issues with Canada, and Transport Canada is expected to announce the certifications of the delayed Gulfstream jets. This development was first reported by AeroTime.