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Canada Certifies Gulfstream Jets Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions

2/21/2026

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Transport Canada certified Gulfstream G500 and G600 jets as U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariff threat on Canadian aircraft intensified the dispute.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said Canadian regulators were ready to approve Gulfstream's aircraft, aiming to ease tensions in the aviation sector.
The G700 and G800 models remain under review.
The tension highlights the competitive landscape between Gulfstream and Bombardier in the luxury jet market.

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Transport Canada certified Gulfstream G500 and G600 jets as U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariff threat on Canadian aircraft intensified the dispute.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said Canadian regulators were ready to approve Gulfstream's aircraft, aiming to ease tensions in the aviation sector.
The G700 and G800 models remain under review.
The tension highlights the competitive landscape between Gulfstream and Bombardier in the luxury jet market.