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Aerospace Components — Pay Canadian Suppliers Faster, Cheaper

Import aircraft parts, aerospace components, and aviation equipment. And your bank makes it worse — 3-day settlements, 2-4% hidden FX spreads, and zero visibility into what your payments actually cost.

We built payment infrastructure for aerospace components businesses. 0.5% spreads. Same-day CAD settlement. Free container tracking.

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Aerospace Components margins are too thin to donate 2-4% to your bank on every supplier payment.

Before we show you a single number, know this: we are regulated, audited, and transparent. Our pricing is published. Our client funds are segregated. These aren't marketing claims — they're regulatory requirements we meet daily.

Regulated by
Bank of Canada
PSP under RPAA
Registered with
FINTRAC
MSB: C100000159
Client funds held in
Segregated Tier-1 accounts
Never co-mingled
Published pricing
0.5% spread + £5
No hidden markups. Ever.

These aren't marketing claims — they're regulatory requirements we meet daily.

Save £2,025 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Aerospace Components paying Canada suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,530
FX Spread: 2.5% + £30 fee
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High correspondent bank fees
  • ❌ Manual compliance checks
£505
FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee
  • Settles in seconds — 2.3 second average
  • ✓ Transparent pricing
  • Interac e-Transfer for Business available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
80%
£2,025 per £100k

At £400k-£5M monthly volume, save £24,300/year

What Challenges Do Aerospace Components Businesses Face Paying Canada?

Industry Pain Points

  • Strict certification requirements (EASA/FAA)
  • Long lead times for certified parts
  • Documentation traceability
  • AOG (Aircraft on Ground) urgency

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Bank of Canada and FINTRAC oversight
  • GST/HST (5-15% depending on province) documentation
  • Business Number (BN) required for tax purposes
  • PIPEDA compliance for data privacy

How Do Aerospace Components Businesses Typically Pay Canadian Suppliers?

Fast Settlement: Settles in seconds — 2.3 second average

Use Interac e-Transfer for Business for instant CAD settlement. Instant business payments up to CAD $25,000, email-based

Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking

Upload supplier invoices as PDFs. Our AI OCR extracts amounts and currencies. See exactly what waiting costs you in real-time. Lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a good rate.

0.14s Compliance Screening

Automated compliance checks for Canada regulations. Bank of Canada and FINTRAC oversight handled automatically.

How Aerospace Components Businesses Typically Pay Canadian Suppliers

If you're importing in this sector, you're likely dealing with a mix of payment terms. Here's how they work — and why speed matters.

Payment Timing

AOG: immediate payment, premium pricing. Scheduled MRO: Net 30-45. OEM contracts: milestones.

This corridor settles same-day when using our rails — so you can align payments with your supplier terms instead of waiting on your bank.

📄 Invoice Terms

Immediate (AOG), Net 30-45 (scheduled), milestones (OEM). Credit lines for MRO shops.

Cash Flow Pattern:

MRO cycles. Fleet age determines demand. AOG unpredictable urgency. OEM contracts: project-based.

📊 FX Risk Profile

MODERATE: USD (dominant), EUR (Airbus). High margins and contract pricing provide buffer. AOG unpredictable.

Supplier Relationships:

Certified supplier networks. AS9100 audited. OEM relationships. Brokers for hard-to-find parts. Trust and certification essential.

Common Documentation for Aerospace Components

  • Certificate of Conformity
  • EASA Form 1
  • FAA 8130-3
  • Traceability Documentation
  • Test Reports

Popular Canada Supplier Types for Aerospace Components

Common Canada Suppliers

  • Resource extraction equipment (Calgary, Edmonton)
  • Auto parts manufacturers (Toronto, Windsor)
  • Agricultural suppliers (Winnipeg, Regina)
  • Aerospace components (Montreal, Winnipeg)

Payment Tips for Canada

  • Canada = Natural resources leader, manufacturing hub (auto, aerospace)
  • Interac e-Transfer fastest for payments under CAD $25k
  • Strong US trade ties - many suppliers serve both markets
  • Provincial tax variations - HST rates differ by region
Typical Transaction Size
£70k-£320k
All payments are subject to standard compliance and sanctions screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Frequently Asked Questions: Aerospace Components Payments to Canada

How do Aerospace Components businesses pay suppliers in Canada?

Aerospace Components businesses can pay Canada suppliers instantly using Unicorn Currencies. We offer a 0.5% FX spread with 2.3-second average settlement using local payment rails like Interac e-Transfer for Business. This is significantly faster and cheaper than traditional SWIFT transfers which take 2-3 days.

What banking details do I need for Canada Aerospace Components suppliers?

To pay Aerospace Components suppliers in Canada, you need the recipient's Institution + Transit (9-digit transit number and 3-digit institution number), account number, and beneficiary name. Our platform validates these details automatically to ensure successful payment delivery.

How much can Aerospace Components businesses save on Canada payments?

Aerospace Components businesses typically save 80% compared to traditional banks when paying Canada suppliers. On a £100k transaction, that's £2,025 in savings. With Unicorn Currencies, you pay just 0.5% FX spread + £5 per payment vs banks charging 2.5% spread + £30 fees.

Is container tracking available for Aerospace Components shipments from Canada?

Yes, Unicorn Currencies offers FREE container tracking for Aerospace Components shipments from Canada. You receive real-time visibility into your cargo, including demurrage alerts to help avoid costly port storage fees. This feature is included at no extra cost with your payment account.

What currencies do Aerospace Components businesses typically use with Canada?

Aerospace Components businesses typically convert GBP to CAD when paying Canada suppliers. Unicorn Currencies provides live exchange rates with a transparent 0.5% spread, and you can lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a favorable rate. Our AI-powered invoice OCR can automatically extract amounts and currencies from supplier invoices.

Ready to Pay Canada Suppliers 80% Cheaper?

Join Aerospace Components businesses saving £2,025 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

Bank of Canada registered PSP | FINTRAC licensed MSB