News archive: Dassault Falcon 10X | Airframer

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.

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

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.

8 July

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

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.

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.

22 June

ReleaseHoneywell's Aspire 350 selected for Dassault Falcon fleet

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

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

2 September

ReleaseRolls-Royce breaks ground for new production support facility in France

3 June

ReleaseLiebherr selected to supply valves for Pearl 10X engine

2 June

Rolls-Royce reports strong progress in Pearl 10X testing

The first dedicated Pearl 10X test engine ran for the first time earlier this year and surpassed its target thrust levels on the first test run, making it the most powerful business aviation engine in the Rolls-Royce portfolio.

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.

25 November

ReleaseAciturri receives the award of the rudder and elevator contract for the F10X

28 July

The Falcon 10X will enter service at the end of 2025.

GE selected to produce and certificate Falcon 10X electricals

The primary and secondary power distribution system on Dassault's Falcon 10X is a next generation design providing significant weight savings over conventional architecture with equipment reduction.

13 May

Liebherr-Aerospace will supply the integrated air management system, supplied to Dassault and landing gear components supplied to Héroux-Devtek, for the new Falcon business jet.

Dassault draws on supplier experience for key 10X systems

STELIA Aerospace, Liebherr-Aerospace Toulouse and Héroux-Devtek are all valued suppliers to Dassault Aviation, so the airframer has had no hesitation bringing them onboard their latest new program.

6 May

Dassault unveils ultra-long range Falcon 10X

With a non-stop range of 7,500nm or more than 15 hours, Dassault has ensured that its future Falcon will have the most comfortable cabin possible - large, exceptional pressurisation, and with pure filtered air.

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