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2025

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.

2023

24 August

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.

4 May

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

2022

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.

17 October

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

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

2021

1 December

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

21 October

Each test aircraft is currently flying two to three times a week.

Dassault expects 6X engine certification shortly

The 6X has end of mission approach speeds as low 109 knots and can routinely fly from runways of 4,000 feet or less. It will feature a cabin altitude as low as 3,900 feet at a cruise level of 41,000 feet.

1 July

ReleaseThird Falcon 6X joins test program

6 May

The flight test crew prepare to take number two airborne.

Falcon 6X testing on track with second aircraft airborne

On the brink of a major product announcement, Dassault continues to make progress with its Falcon 6X. Three test aircraft will eventually complete the certification process during next year.

11 March

Dassault's Falcon 6X takes to the air. (Photo: Dassault Aviation)

Dassault achieves on-time departure for Falcon 6X

Serial number 01’s next flight will combine test activities with a hop to Istres, near Marseilles, where the Dassault flight test centre is located and the bulk of the testing program will take place.

2020

9 December

Dassault Aviation has ceremonially unveiled its newest aircraft, the Falcon 6X.

Dassault presents the 6X at virtual roll-out event

Pratt & Whitney Canada recently completed ground and flight tests of the aircraft's PW812D engine, clearing the path to first flight of the 6X. Roll-out marks another significant project milestone.

2019

22 October

ReleaseDassault's Falcon 6X advances towards final assembly

20 May

ReleaseDassault freezes Falcon 6X design

2018

15 October

ReleaseDassault Falcon 6X development accelerates into detail design phase

28 February