WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to stop Canadian aircraft maker Bombardier from selling planes in the United States unless the company builds aircraft in the country, opening a new front in tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
Trump made the declaration in a social media post on Monday, September 7, saying there should be “NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES!” and arguing that the Canadian manufacturer should build in America if it wants continued access to the U.S. market.
“If they want our Market, they must build here,” Trump said, while accusing Canada of benefiting heavily from access to American buyers and businesses.
The comments immediately raised questions about what the threat could mean for Bombardier, which has a significant customer base as well as existing operations in the United States.
• Trump says Bombardier should not be allowed to continue selling aircraft in the U.S. unless it builds there.
• Details of how such a restriction would be implemented have not been announced.
• Bombardier already has operations and employees in the United States.
• The U.S. represents one of Bombardier’s most important aircraft markets.
• Trump previously threatened action against Canadian-made aircraft earlier in 2026.
Why Trump Is Targeting Bombardier
Trump tied his Bombardier demand to broader complaints about Canada’s treatment of American companies. He claimed that more than 50% of Bombardier’s revenue depends on U.S. buyers, companies, airports and services.
He also singled out U.S. aircraft manufacturer Gulfstream Aerospace, arguing that Canada had previously restricted the American company’s access to its market.
The dispute fits into Trump’s broader effort to pressure foreign companies and trading partners to increase manufacturing and investment inside the United States. Tariffs and the prospect of market restrictions have repeatedly been used by the administration as leverage in trade negotiations.
Energy has been another major part of Trump’s economic agenda. Swikblog recently examined Trump’s Venezuela oil policy and what it could mean for U.S. gas prices, another issue where international policy decisions could have direct consequences for American businesses and consumers.
The Bombardier announcement, however, should not be interpreted as confirmation that the Canadian company’s aircraft have already been formally banned from the United States.
According to Reuters, the White House had not immediately provided details explaining how the proposed restriction would be implemented or what specific action would be used to prevent future Bombardier sales.
That distinction matters because restricting aircraft sales, imports or certifications could require additional regulatory or trade measures beyond the president’s public statement.
The latest confrontation also adds to a broader period of uncertainty for companies and workers affected by changing U.S. economic and immigration policies. Swikblog previously reported on the financial pressure facing a laid-off H-1B worker as the visa deadline approached, highlighting how policy changes can quickly affect individual workers and households.
Bombardier Already Has a Major U.S. Presence
Despite Trump’s demand that Bombardier manufacture in America, the Canadian aerospace company already maintains operations in the United States.
Reuters reported that Bombardier has a defense operation with a facility in Kansas where aircraft are prepared for specialized missions. The United States is also one of the company’s most important markets.
About half of the approximately 5,100 Bombardier aircraft operated by customers around the world are located in the United States, according to Reuters.
That substantial U.S. presence means any formal restriction could have implications extending beyond Bombardier’s Canadian manufacturing operations to American customers, suppliers, aviation businesses and employees.
Bombardier specializes primarily in business aircraft used by corporate, private and government customers. Details about the company’s aircraft and global operations are available through the official Bombardier website.
The confrontation is also not the first time Trump has targeted the Canadian aircraft manufacturer in 2026.
Earlier this year, Trump threatened to decertify Bombardier Global Express business jets and impose a 50% tariff on aircraft imported from Canada. The dispute centered partly on Canada’s certification of aircraft produced by Bombardier’s American rival Gulfstream.
Those threatened measures were ultimately not carried out, while Canada subsequently certified several Gulfstream aircraft.
Bombardier, meanwhile, has continued investing in its Canadian manufacturing network. The company recently announced plans to acquire a Canadian facility from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries that manufactures wings for its Global 5500 and Global 6500 business jets.
The company has also continued to benefit from demand for business aircraft and aftermarket services, making access to the large U.S. aviation market particularly important.
Trump’s latest move comes as his administration continues to push an “America First” economic strategy built around domestic manufacturing, investment and jobs. Similar questions about the effect of policy decisions on American businesses have emerged across several industries, including energy, technology and manufacturing.
Attention will now turn to whether the White House follows Trump’s statement with a formal regulatory or trade action and how Bombardier and the Canadian government respond.
Until additional measures are announced, Trump’s comments represent a threat to restrict Bombardier’s future U.S. sales rather than confirmation that the company’s aircraft are already prohibited from being sold in the American market.
This report is based on President Donald Trump’s public statement, company information and reporting from Reuters and other publicly available sources. It will be updated if Bombardier, the White House or Canadian officials announce further action.
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