{"id":146941,"date":"2026-06-21T11:07:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T05:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=146941"},"modified":"2026-06-21T00:54:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T19:24:47","slug":"falcon-10x-takes-first-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/falcon-10x-takes-first-flight\/","title":{"rendered":"Largest Business Jet in the World Makes its First Flight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

PARIS\u2013<\/strong> Dassault Aviation<\/a> has reached a major milestone in its flagship business jet <\/a>program after the Falcon 10X successfully completed its maiden flight, marking the beginning of a comprehensive flight-test campaign for the ultra-long-range aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first flight took place on June 19, 2026, from Bordeaux-M\u00e9rignac Airport (BOD), where the aircraft demonstrated key systems and flight characteristics during a mission lasting approximately two and a half hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The achievement signals growing confidence in the program as Dassault moves closer to certification and entry into service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Dassault Aviation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Falcon 10X Flight Enters Testing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Falcon 10X departed runway 23 at Bordeaux-M\u00e9rignac Airport at 11:10 a.m. local time with Test Pilot S\u00e9bastien Dupont de Dinechin and copilot Fabrice Dougnac at the controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the flight, the crew evaluated the aircraft\u2019s handling qualities and onboard systems at an altitude of 15,000 feet. They subsequently retracted the landing gear<\/a> and tested movable flight-control surfaces before climbing to 40,000 feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aircraft later accelerated to Mach 0.82 as part of the planned test profile. After completing the scheduled evaluations, the Falcon 10X returned to Bordeaux-M\u00e9rignac and landed smoothly at 1:40 p.m., concluding a successful inaugural mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier<\/strong> described the first flight as a significant milestone for the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He noted that the achievement reflected years of work by engineering, manufacturing, and flight-test teams, along with contributions from Dassault\u2019s global industrial partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the company, the successful flight confirms the maturity of the Falcon 10X program and opens the next phase of testing and validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Dassault Falcon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Falcon 10X Flight Test Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The maiden flight marks the official launch of the Falcon 10X flight-test campaign, which will expand considerably in the coming months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dassault confirmed that a second test aircraft is nearing completion and will soon join the flight-test fleet. The additional aircraft will help accelerate performance evaluations, systems verification, and certification activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A third aircraft is also under construction and will feature a fully equipped interior. This test platform will focus primarily on cabin functionality, system reliability, and passenger comfort assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The multi-aircraft approach is expected to support a faster and more comprehensive certification process while allowing engineers to evaluate multiple areas of the aircraft simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Rolls-Royce<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dassault Market Position Strengthens Globally<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Falcon 10X represents Dassault Aviation\u2019s latest entry into the large-cabin business jet segment, where manufacturers continue to compete for long-range and high-comfort corporate travel demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company stated that it is currently the only aircraft manufacturer with a completely new aircraft conducting flight operations in 2026. Dassault<\/a> attributes this progress to its combined expertise in both civil and military aviation programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded more than a century ago, Dassault Aviation has delivered over 10,000 military and civil aircraft worldwide, including approximately 2,800 Falcon business jets<\/strong>. The manufacturer reported revenue of \u20ac7.4 billion in 2025<\/strong> and employed around 15,000 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the Falcon 10X now airborne, Dassault enters a critical development stage as it works toward certification and future deliveries of what is expected to become the largest and most advanced business jet in its Falcon lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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