Key facts
- President Donald Trump threatened to ban Bombardier from selling in the US.
- Bombardier employs 3,500 direct employees in the US.
- Bombardier spends $2.5 billion annually with approximately 2,800 American suppliers in 47 states.
- Bombardier has facilities in over 20 US states.
- Bombardier plans to hire an additional 500 employees in the US.
- A new Bombardier service center is set to open in Indiana in November.
President Donald Trump has threatened to ban Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier from selling its products in the United States, escalating trade tensions. In a Truth Social post, Trump stated that Bombardier was "treating America like a 'piggybank'" and that its products "aren't good enough," demanding that the company build in the US if it wants market access.
Bombardier responded by emphasizing its significant presence in the US. The company stated it employs 3,500 direct workers across more than 20 states and spends approximately $2.5 billion annually with about 2,800 American suppliers in 47 states. Its US operations include a headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, wing manufacturing in Texas, flight control component production in California, and a large parts distribution center in Chicago.
US Senators Jerry Moran and Roger Marshall of Kansas have publicly defended Bombardier, highlighting its contributions to the state's economy and voicing concerns to the White House. Bombardier also indicated plans to hire an additional 500 employees in the US, with a new service center set to open in Indiana in November.