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Gulfstream Confirms Delay over Canadian Type Certification
Gulfstream awaits Transport Canada certification for FAA- and EASA- approved jets
Gulfstream G500 at Singapore Airshow in 2026
Gulfstream displayed its G500 ultra-long-range model at the 2026 edition of the Singapore Airshow, vying to build on its Asian market base. In North America, it has yet to achieve the Transport Canada nod. © David McIntosh/AIN

Gulfstream confirmed that it has applications pending for Canadian type certification of its G500, G600, G700, and G800. This comes in the wake of President Trump’s declaration late last week that he intends to revoke certification for all Canadian aircraft, including Bombardier Globals, in retaliation for delays in Transport Canada approval for these large-cabin Gulfstream twinjets.

In a Truth Social post on Thursday, January 29, the U.S. President specifically said that revocation of approvals for Canadian aircraft would remain in force until Gulfstream’s jets are “fully certified” by Transport Canada. He also threatened 50% tariffs on any aircraft produced in Canada and sold in the U.S., accusing Canadian officials of blocking Gulfstream exports to the country.