# Trump Threatens to Block US Sales of Canadian Aircraft Maker Bombardier

*President Trump threatens to halt US sales of Canadian aircraft maker Bombardier unless it builds planes in the US.*

September 8, 2026 · business

## At a glance

- President Trump threatens to block US sales of Canadian plane maker Bombardier unless it builds aircraft in the US.
- Bombardier highlights its extensive US footprint, creating tens of thousands of jobs and using American-made components.
- The threat comes amid escalating tariff tensions between the US and Canada, with retaliatory tariffs imposed by both sides.

President Donald Trump threatened to block US sales of Canadian plane maker Bombardier unless it builds aircraft in the country, complaining of 'unjust and unfair' bilateral trade provisions as he escalates a tariff war. Trump's social media post marks the second move this year against Bombardier, which has thousands of its aircraft currently operating in US airlines' domestic fleets. The threat comes amid a brewing tariff battle between the US and Canada. 'No more selling Bombardier in the United States!' Trump posted on Truth Social. 'If they want our Market, they must build here, and stop treating America like a 'piggybank.'

## Bombardier's US Footprint

Bombardier responded by highlighting its extensive US presence, stating it creates tens of thousands of jobs across the United States 'through the company's growing American footprint as well as within its supply chain made up of approximately 2,800 American companies across 47 states.' The company added that its aircraft 'are built with American-made components such as engines, avionics and many more key systems provided by great American companies' and that it plans to inaugurate a new facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana, later this year.

## Tariff War Escalates

Trump's threat against Bombardier comes as the US and Canada engage in a tariff war. Last month, Trump imposed 50-percent tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products, ranging from hockey sticks to cement. In response, Canada announced it would impose retaliatory tariffs on a similar amount of US products, including steel, aluminum, and dairy goods. Negotiations between the two sides broke down, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney citing unacceptable US terms and threats to Quebec's culture and language.

## Certification and Tariffs

Even if Trump sought to follow through on his latest threat, it remains unclear how he would achieve a sales halt. The Federal Aviation Administration, not the White House, is the US agency that certifies or decertifies aircraft in the country. Bombardier models remain US certified and the company is currently exempt from US tariffs. Trump previously threatened to decertify Bombardier planes in the US and impose a 50-percent tariff on Canadian aircraft, but those threats were never carried out.

## Why This Matters for Bangladesh

The escalating trade tensions between the US and Canada could have broader implications for global trade, including Bangladesh. As a major exporter of textiles and garments, Bangladesh's economy is sensitive to shifts in global trade policies. Increased tariffs and trade barriers could impact the country's export markets, affecting its economic growth and employment. Additionally, the uncertainty in global trade relations may prompt Bangladesh to seek alternative markets and diversify its trade partnerships.

## Sources

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