The Trump administration has launched an investigation into whether imported aircraft, jet engines, and their components pose a threat to national security. This step could pave the way for the imposition of new tariffs on the commercial aviation sector. On May 1, the U.S. Department of Commerce initiated the probe, encompassing commercial aircraft, jet engines, and associated parts. The Department of Commerce has yet to respond to requests for comment. This development challenges the global aviation industry, with Boeing and Airbus at risk of being ensnared in a trade war.
