en.Wedoany.com Reported - Dassault Aviation's new Falcon 10X business jet recently completed its maiden test flight, marking the official launch of the aircraft's flight test program. The aircraft took off from Bordeaux-Mérignac, France, at 11:10 local time, with a total flight duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes.

During the first flight, test pilots Sébastien Dupont Dinechin and Fabrice Dougnac evaluated the aircraft's handling characteristics and system performance at an altitude of 15,000 feet. The aircraft then climbed to 40,000 feet, flying at Mach 0.82, and returned to land at 13:40. The manufacturer stated that the flight was completed as planned.

Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, said this first flight marks another milestone for the company, reflecting the dedication and capabilities of the engineering, production, and flight teams, as well as the high quality of the global partner network. Test pilot Sébastien Dupont Dinechin noted that the flight results met expectations and the flying experience was enjoyable.

Subsequent test flights will expand as additional test aircraft join the program. The second test aircraft is in the final stages of production, while the third will be primarily used for systems and cabin testing. Dassault announced that it is the only manufacturer in 2026 to have a brand-new aircraft entering flight testing, demonstrating the company's progress in both civil and defense sectors.

The Falcon 10X is powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engines, with thrust exceeding 18,000 pounds. The aircraft features an advanced flight control system, including smart throttle, head-up display, automatic abnormal attitude recovery mode, terrain collision avoidance, and windshear recovery functions. The cabin, measuring 2.77 meters wide and 2.03 meters high, can be configured with three to four zones, accommodating up to 19 passengers. The design incorporates new composite wings and aerodynamic refinements to the fuselage to reduce drag and improve efficiency.

At a cruise speed of Mach 0.85, the Falcon 10X has a range of up to 7,500 nautical miles, enabling direct flights between long-range city pairs such as New York and Shanghai, Los Angeles and Sydney, Paris and Santiago, and São Paulo and Dubai.

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