Aviation Manufacturers Seek Exemption From Trump Tariffs

Coalition of 15 groups says lifting the tariffs is essential to maintaining a ‘robust, resilient, and reliable supply chain.’

Jack Daleo

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 03:57 PM ET

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A coalition of U.S. aviation manufacturers is petitioning the government for relief from tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump, citing "unintended consequences" for the industry.
The groups argue that the aviation supply chain is global and relies on specialized, safety-approved parts not easily substituted, leading to cost and availability disruptions.
They emphasize the U.S. aviation industry's positive trade balance and global competitiveness, which benefit from international FAA safety agreements, and are threatened by the tariffs.
This request aligns with previous recommendations from the Aerospace Supply Chain Resiliency (ASCR) task force to remove non-safety or security tariff barriers.

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A coalition of aviation manufacturers is petitioning the U.S. government for relief from tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump.

In a letter addressed to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, the groups requested a meeting to discuss an exemption from the protective measures, which they argue are producing “unintended consequences” for the aviation industry.