UK urged: Get US to take off aircraft tariffs

MINISTERS have been urged to seek an exemption from US tariffs for civil aircraft and engine parts as the aerospace industry grapples with how to handle Donald Trump's levies.

- By Guy Taylor

ADS, which represents members of the UK's aerospace supply chain, warned disruption to under-pressure supply chains would impact aircraft deliveries in the coming months.

Manufacturers and their airline customers are currently scrapping over who should front the added cost of Trump's tariffs.

Airbus on Thursday said it would not cover the cost on its planes imported by US airlines.

Ryanair, Europe's largest airline and Boeing's largest customer, has said it could delay deliveries from its US supplier if they become more expensive.