Dassault Aviation unveiled its first completed Falcon 6X in a virtual event on December 8 from the company’s Merignac hangar in Bordeaux, France. The event was hosted by TV journalist and pilot Miles O’Brien. Approximately 4,000 people tuned in from around the globe for the event.
Dassault Rolls Out Its New Falcon 6X
Key Takeaways:
- Dassault Aviation virtually unveiled its new Falcon 6X business jet on December 8, featuring Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812D engines after its 5X predecessor was canceled due to engine issues.
- The Falcon 6X emphasizes comfort and efficiency, boasting the largest cabin of any long-range business jet and a range of 5,500 nm, enabling long-haul flights like Los Angeles to Moscow nonstop.
- Equipped with a digital flight control system and FalconEye, the aircraft is capable of cruising at Mach 0.80 up to 51,000 feet, with its first flight anticipated in early 2021.
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