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2026
13 July

ReleaseNAMIB, the new on-board electronic warfare product developed by Harmattan AI and Dassault Aviation, performs a collaborative flight with a Rafale

2 July

ReleaseSafran inaugurates new electrical wiring factory in Chihuahua, Mexico

24 June The Falcon 10X's first flight moved Dassault's largest-ever business jet into the next phase of development.

Dassault kicks off Falcon 10X flight-test campaign

The flagship business jet has completed its maiden flight as airframe and engine certification campaigns gather pace.

16 June

ReleaseDaher: industrial partner of Dassault Aviation on the Rafale programme

14 May Discussions are already underway with additional European aerospace companies to expand the programme.

Dassault and OHB team up on European reusable spaceplane

The proposed VORTEX-S vehicle supports orbital transport and autonomous missions as Europe pursues independent space mobility capabilities.

12 March

Dassault unveils Falcon 10X large-cabin jet in Bordeaux

The next-generation flagship Falcon has been introduced with an all-composite wing built using Hexcel materials alongside a wider cabin and ultra-long-range performance.

11 March

ReleaseWorld first: Michelin and Dassault Aviation unveil their innovations during the Falcon 10X rollout

12 January

ReleaseHarmattan AI’s $200 million Series B led by Dassault Aviation

2025
17 December Thales’ SEVP Operations & Performance, Philippe Knoche, and VP Global Procurement for Engineering and for India & AMEWA, Deepak Talwar, with SFO Technologies’ Chairman & Managing Director, N. Jehangir, and senior corporate vice-president for strategic business development, U.M. Shafi, at the signing ceremony in Bengaluru.

Thales brings Rafale radar production to India

An agreement with SFO Technologies supports domestic production of complex wired structures for the RBE2 AESA radar fitted to Rafale aircraft operated by India’s armed forces.

4 December Thales chairman and CEO Patrice Caine with Dassault Aviation chairman and CEO Eric Trappier.

Dassault and Thales enter strategic partnership for defence AI

The two companies presented their AI development plans at the Adopt AI Summit following the partnership agreement signed on 18 November.

20 November

ReleaseDassault Aviation, TII, and ASPIRE sign strategic cooperation agreement to drive next-gen aerospace innovation at Dubaï Airshow 2025

20 November

ReleaseDassault Aviation and Space Cargo Unlimited establish partnership to integrate BentoBox into VORTEX reusable spaceplane to enable autonomous in-orbit operations

23 October

ReleasePTC Industries receives Purchase Order from GTRE for single crystal ‘Ready-to-Fit’ turbine blades

9 October The aircraft remains central to France’s industrial and military sovereignty.

Dassault completes 300th Rafale as orders continue to grow

The 300th Rafale marked a milestone for Dassault Aviation as production rates increased and international demand for the aircraft remained strong.

25 September

Dassault opens Cergy site to replace Argenteuil plant

Operational since summer 2024, the Cergy plant has taken over production from Argenteuil and employed more than 600 engineers, technicians and skilled workers.

24 July Viasat's JetXP service is designed to enhance the JetWave X connectivity experience.

Honeywell achieves first JetWave X connection over Viasat

Bombardier and Dassault have committed to the high-speed satcom system, as JetWave X is readied for broader year-end certification and rollout later in 2025.

8 July

ReleaseHoneywell’s Aspire 350 hybrid satcom system selected for Dassault Falcon jets

20 June

ReleaseSupport from the Ministry of the French Armed Forces for the development of Dassault Aviation's VORTEX spaceplane demonstrator

20 June

ReleaseThe European Space Agency and Dassault Aviation paving the way for potential collaborations

18 June

ReleaseDaher strengthens its position in the rapidly expanding defense market

18 June

ReleaseDassault Aviation partners with Reliance Group to manufacture Falcon 2000 Business Jets in India for global market

17 June

ReleaseSafran unveils higher-thrust version of M88 for future Rafale upgrades

12 June

Dassault and Tata agreements bring Rafale fuselage line to India

India’s Hyderabad facility was confirmed as the site for manufacturing all key structural Rafale fuselage sections under the agreement.

25 March

ReleaseEPI and Lockheed Martin join forces to strengthen collaboration on aerospace and defence manufacturing

20 March The BYA-1’s hydrogen fuel cell stack capacity has been increased to 2.4MW.

Beyond Aero advances hydrogen-electric jet design for certification

The BYA-1 features a refined fuel cell system, enhanced safety measures, and reduced operating costs to support sustainable business aviation.

27 February JetWave X builds on a long-standing collaboration between Honeywell and Dassault to enhance the business jet experience.

Honeywell’s JetWave X to enhance connectivity for Falcons

The high-speed Ka-band system will be available as a line-fit and retrofit option, ensuring seamless global in-flight connectivity.

9 January

Aerolloy strengthens capabilities with VAR furnace and major contracts

Aerolloy's newly commissioned VAR furnace and key approvals from IAI, Safran and Dassault have elevated its position in the global aerospace sector.

2024
8 October

ReleaseUnmanned combat aerial vehicle program kicks off as part of the Rafale F5 standard

3 April The Pearl 10X, aboard the company's dedicated Boeing 747 flying testbed.

Pearl 10X engine takes to the skies for the first time

The flight test programme will include engine performance and handling checks at various speeds and altitudes, inflight relights, tests of the nacelle's anti-icing system and fan vibration tests at various altitudes.

2023
4 September

ReleaseSatys Aerospace signs new agreement with MBRAH to launch construction of new paint hangar at Dubai South - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

24 August Up and away - the 6X passes muster.

EASA and FAA grant certificates for Dassault's 6X

The certifications conclude a more than two-year-long test campaign during which 1,500 flight hours were logged worldwide. The first production units are undergoing final completion.

22 June

ReleaseHoneywell's Aspire 350 selected for Dassault Falcon fleet

20 June

ReleaseDassault Aviation and Dassault Systèmes partner to bring secure, sovereign collaboration on the cloud to next generation defense programs

25 May

Pearl 10X nears readiness for flying testbed

The development programme has included rigorous testing of the new ultra-low emissions ALM combustor, compatible with 100% SAF, and new accessory gearbox, which allows for higher additional power extraction.

4 May

ReleaseDassault celebrates 60 years of Falcon business jets, as advanced new models prepare to take the stage

2022
22 December New Generation Fighters will team with Remote Carriers and connect through a Combat Cloud.

Contract sets FCAS on course for first flight in 2028

France, Germany and Spain have given the go-ahead for the Future Combat Air System's next phase of development in which Dassault Aviation, Airbus, Indra and Eumet build a demonstrator.

7 December The PW812D engine has completed more than 6,100 hours of testing.

P&WC chalks up third major certification for the PW812D

The FAA is the third aviation authority to give its stamp of approval for the PW812D engine, after Transport Canada and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.

1 November

ReleaseAddUp and Dassault Aviation: towards an automated additive manufacturing workshop for aeronautics

20 October Ground test units are used extensively to enhance Falcon 10X systems maturity.

Dassault gathers subassemblies to kick off Falcon 10X production

With the Falcon 10X, Dassault is taking a new approach to ground testing, which will be used to demonstrate the maturity of all systems well before the aircraft even takes to the air.

18 October

ReleaseFlightSafety selected by Dassault as factory authorized training provider for Falcon 10X

17 October

ReleaseDassault EASy IV flight deck to enhance situational awareness and aircraft operations for new and in-service Falcons

3 August Four eyes are better than two, when it comes to head-up vision aboard the Falcon 8X.

Dual HUD gains approval aboard the Falcon 8X

The dual HUD on the Falcon 10X will take the dual HUD configuration to an even more advanced level, freeing pilots to configure the instrument panel's primary flight display for other uses.

26 May Certification and entry into service is anticipated in late 2025.

Dassault kicks off multi-site Falcon 10X production

A new production hall in Biarritz in southwestern France is dedicated to the aircraft’s all-composite wing, and the first wing is in final assembly and will be placed in a static test rig this summer.

22 May

ReleaseFalcon 6X round-the-globe proving campaign ready for kick-off

15 March

ReleaseDassault Aviation's Falcon 6X successfully completes cold soak trials

24 February

ReleaseAirbus and OCCAR sign Eurodrone contract

12 February

ReleaseS.S. White flexible rotary shafts are featured on Dassault Falcon 6X CIRCOR Bodet wheel speed transducers as first production wide-body business jet arrives in US for type's year-end service entry

31 January

ReleaseFirst Falcon 6X arrives at Dassault's Little Rock completion centre

2021
1 December

ReleaseEngine certification moves Dassault Falcon 6X one step closer to entry into service

1 December

ReleasePratt & Whitney Canada receives Transport Canada type certification for the PW812D engine which powers Dassault's Falcon 6X