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Transport Canada certifies Gulfstream G500 and G600 after Trump tariff threat

Transport Canada has issued type certification for Gulfstream's G500 and G600 business jets, clearing the American-built models for operation in Canada. The approvals follow public criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who had complained Canada had delayed sign-off and threatened tariffs and other measures.

Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Canada certifies Gulfstream G500 and G600 after Trump trade threat

aviationnews.eu • Jeroen Vogelaar

Transport Canada Approves Gulfstream G500 and G600 After Long Certification Delay

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Brazil's airline Azul exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings

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Bloomberg • Allyson Versprille

Transportation Secretary to Brief Congress on Temporary El Paso Airspace Shutdown

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Also: CNN

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Watchdog: FAA Lacks Resources to Adequately Oversee United Airlines’ Maintenance, Leaving Safety Risks

By Bloomberg: The US Federal Aviation Administration’s oversight of United Airlines Holdings Inc.’s maintenance practices suffers from a lack of resources, meaning some safety risks remain, a government watchdog said.

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US audit finds gaps in the FAA's oversight of United Airlines maintenance

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DOT Watchdog: FAA Staffing and Planning Gaps Weakened Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance

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NTSB: Autopilot Confusion and Possible Impairment Led to Fatal Crash of Aviation Vlogger 'TNFlygirl'

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AINonline • Kerry Lynch

Supreme Court Ruling Disrupts White House Tariff Policy, Creating Supply-Chain Uncertainty for Aerospace

By AINonline: Aerospace industry has grappled with tariffs and their unpredictability.

Also: Aviation Week

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AINonline • Kerry Lynch

White House Threats Over Gulfstream Certificates Spur Push for Certification and Validation Reforms

By AINonline: White House threats over Gulfstream certificates highlight long-standing issue, leaders say.

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Boeing-backed Wisk’s Gen 6 First Flight Underscores Push for Autonomous eVTOL Operations

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Transport Canada certifies Gulfstream G500 and G600 after Trump tariff threat

Canada certifies Gulfstream G500 and G600 after Trump trade threat

Transport Canada Approves Gulfstream G500 and G600 After Long Certification Delay

Brazil's airline Azul exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings

Transportation Secretary to Brief Congress on Temporary El Paso Airspace Shutdown

Watchdog: FAA Lacks Resources to Adequately Oversee United Airlines’ Maintenance, Leaving Safety Risks

US audit finds gaps in the FAA's oversight of United Airlines maintenance

DOT Watchdog: FAA Staffing and Planning Gaps Weakened Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance

NTSB: Autopilot Confusion and Possible Impairment Led to Fatal Crash of Aviation Vlogger 'TNFlygirl'

Supreme Court Ruling Disrupts White House Tariff Policy, Creating Supply-Chain Uncertainty for Aerospace

White House Threats Over Gulfstream Certificates Spur Push for Certification and Validation Reforms

Boeing-backed Wisk’s Gen 6 First Flight Underscores Push for Autonomous eVTOL Operations

Brazil's airline Azul exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings

Transportation Secretary to Brief Congress on Temporary El Paso Airspace Shutdown

NTSB: Autopilot Confusion and Possible Impairment Led to Fatal Crash of Aviation Vlogger 'TNFlygirl'

Transport Canada has certified Gulfstream G500 and G600 jets, document says

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