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Trump's Tariffs Threaten Airline Safety and Ticket Prices
6/5/2025
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Story summary
- Industry groups warn that President Trump's tariffs on imported aircraft could threaten air safety and disrupt the supply chain.
- The Commerce Department's Section 232 investigation may result in increased tariffs.
- The Aerospace Industries Association seeks a 90-day comment period extension and a 180-day freeze on tariffs.
- Airlines express concern that higher tariffs will elevate ticket prices and hinder recovery efforts.
- Major U.S. airlines have adjusted profit forecasts and cut summer flight schedules amid economic uncertainty.
