New ultra-long-range aircraft introduced during rollout ceremony in Bordeaux-Mérignac.

Dassault Aviation has unveiled its new Falcon 10X business jet during a rollout presentation attended by more than 400 customers, partners and aviation industry representatives at its production facility in Bordeaux-Mérignac, France. The aircraft represents the latest addition to the Falcon family and is positioned as the company’s most advanced business jet to date.

NEW FLAGSHIP FOR LONG-RANGE BUSINESS AVIATION

According to Dassault Aviation, the Falcon 10X introduces a new benchmark in cabin space and passenger comfort within the company’s Falcon range. The aircraft’s cabin is designed to be wider and taller than comparable business jets, allowing owners to configure interiors that resemble modern living or working environments rather than traditional aircraft cabins.

Eric Trappier, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dassault Aviation, stated that the objective of the aircraft’s design is to allow passengers to experience the aircraft environment as an extension of their daily living or working space.

ULTRA-LONG-RANGE PERFORMANCE

The Falcon 10X is designed to fly at speeds approaching Mach 0.925 and has a range of approximately 7,500 nautical miles (13,890 km). This capability allows it to connect major global city pairs such as New York to Shanghai, Los Angeles to Sydney, São Paulo to Dubai and Beijing to Paris.

Passenger comfort has also been a key focus of the aircraft’s design. At a cruising altitude of 41,000 ft, the cabin altitude will be maintained at approximately 3,000 ft. The aircraft also features a continuous supply of fresh air and adjustable temperature zones across the cabin.

The fuselage incorporates 38 large windows designed to increase natural light within the cabin. The interior can be configured into three or four living areas, including dining spaces, private suites, bedrooms or shower facilities.

ADVANCED AERODYNAMICS AND COMPOSITE WING

The Falcon 10X will be the first Dassault business jet equipped with a fully composite wing. The structure combines traditional Falcon high-lift devices with next-generation composite materials designed to improve aerodynamic efficiency while reducing weight.

This design supports the aircraft’s large cabin while maintaining the operational flexibility and runway performance associated with the Falcon family.

NEXT-GENERATION COCKPIT AND FLIGHT SYSTEMS

The aircraft will feature the new Falcon NeXus cockpit, designed to reduce pilot workload and improve situational awareness. The cockpit incorporates large touchscreen displays and enhanced automation tools to assist crews during complex flight phases.

A dual FalconEye Enhanced Vision System will support operations in reduced visibility conditions. The aircraft also integrates the third generation of Dassault’s digital flight control system for business aviation.

The system includes a Smart Throttle that automatically manages both engines though a single control lever, supporting features such as reduced-noise take-offs and stabilised go-around manoeuvres.

ROLLS-ROYCE PEARL 10X ENGINES

Power for the Falcon 10X will be provided by Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engines, delivering more than 18,000 pounds of thrust. The engine incorporates Rolls-Royce’s Advance2 core technology and is designed to deliver improved efficiency while reducing noise and emissions.

PROGRAMME MOVES TOWARD FLIGHT TESTING

Following the rollout event, the Falcon 10X programme will move to its next phase with the start of flight testing. After its first flight, the aircraft will undergo an extensive evaluation campaign to validate performance and operational capabilities before entering service.