Trump Threatens Canada Aircraft Tariffs
Analysis based on 44 articles · First reported Jan 29, 2026 · Last updated Jan 30, 2026
The market is impacted by increased trade tensions between the United States and Canada, particularly in the aerospace sector. Bombardier CRJ700 series faces significant negative sentiment due to potential decertification and tariffs, while US airlines like American Airlines and Delta Air Lines could experience disruptions to their regional services.
US President Donald Trump has escalated trade tensions with Canada by threatening 50% tariffs on all Canadian-made aircraft sold into the United States and announcing the decertification of Bombardier CRJ700 series Global Express jets. This move is in retaliation for Canada's alleged refusal to certify General Dynamics — Gulfstream Aerospace's 500, 600, 700, and 800 series jets. Donald Trump claims Canada is illegally prohibiting the sale of General Dynamics — Gulfstream Aerospace products. The threats could severely impact Bombardier CRJ700 series's operations and sales in the United States, the world's largest market for business aviation. US carriers such as American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, which rely on Canadian-made aircraft, could face significant disruptions. The legality of Donald Trump's authority to decertify aircraft for economic reasons, rather than safety, is being questioned by experts and agencies like the United States — Federal Aviation Administration. This dispute is part of broader deteriorating relations between the United States and Canada, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney previously urging Donald Trump to respect Canadian sovereignty and facing threats of 100% tariffs over a potential trade deal with China.
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