Dassault Aviation's CEO, Eric Trappier, described impending U.S. tariffs on EU imports, specifically 25% on French-made Falcon business jets, as a "most concerning" geopolitical development.
The proposed tariffs threaten Dassault Falcon's significant U.S. presence, including its Little Rock, Arkansas service facilities that employ 1,700 workers.
Dassault Aviation is concerned these tariffs could compromise its target of 40 Falcon jet deliveries this year.
In a press conference Wednesday, Dassault Aviation chairman and CEO Eric Trappier described impending U.S. tariffs on the European Union (EU) as a “most concerning” geopolitical development.
President Donald Trump has said he intends to impose 25 percent tariffs on EU imports, which would include French-made Falcon business jets.
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