President Donald Trump has lashed out at Canada's aerospace industry over certification delays for US-made Gulfstream jets. The dispute highlights growing tensions between the two nations in the sector.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to strip US certification from Bombardier business jets and all aircraft made in Canada unless Gulfstream's G500, G600, G700, and G800 become fully certified. The move comes amid a dispute over certification of Canadian-made aircraft for the Canadian market.
Transport Canada has issued type certificate validations for Gulfstream's G500, G600, G700, and G800, clearing these large-cabin jets for Canadian airspace. The move comes after a public dispute over aircraft validation timelines between Washington and Ottawa.
Singapore has announced plans to acquire three Gulfstream maritime surveillance aircraft based on the G550 business jet, with Defense Minister Chan Chun Sing citing the need for enhanced capabilities in the maritime domain. The acquisition is part of a broader effort to strengthen Singapore's defenses amid rising tensions in Southeast Asia.
Gulfstream closed 2025 with a sharp increase in aircraft deliveries and strong demand that pushed parent company General Dynamics' aerospace backlog to new heights. The company delivered 158 business jets for the full year, up from 136 in 2024, led by higher large-cabin output as it ramps new models into service.
Gulfstream Aerospace has announced that its newly certified G800, the world's longest-range business jet, has set its eighth city-pair speed record while heading to the Dubai Airshow 2025. The aircraft achieved a flight time of five hours and 38 minutes on a route from Phuket, Thailand, to Dubai, UAE.
Gulfstream's new G300 super-midsize jet has successfully completed its maiden flight in Israel, marking a significant milestone for the aircraft manufacturer's partnership with Israel Aerospace Industries. The test aircraft, powered by Honeywell HTF7250G engines, completed a two-hour flight from Ben Gurion International Airport, reaching 30,000 feet and Mach 0.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has thrown its weight behind US President Donald Trump's criticism of Canada's aviation regulatory process. The FAA Administrator, Bryan Bedford, raised concerns over foreign countries not certifying US-made planes, echoing Trump's claims that Canada had 'illegally' refused to certify Gulfstream aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that concerns raised by President Trump over the time taken for Gulfstream jets to be approved in Canada have been addressed. According to Reuters, FAA head Brian Bedford said that Transport Canada will announce the Gulfstream certifications that were delayed for years.
AeroTime examines the strategic crossroads faced by Dassault and Bombardier in the large-cabin segment. With Gulfstream's G500 and G400 leading the way, both OEMs must consider refresh or derivative strategies to regain competitiveness.