Dassault Aviation on May 6 announced its newest addition to the Falcon family, the even longer range 10X. The new airplane represents the French aircraft builder’s challenge to the ultra-long-range category capable of stage lengths as long as 7,500 nm and speeds of up to Mach 0.925. Dassault believes the 10X will best its two major competitors inside the cabin, where this newest airplane will measure 9-ft 6-in wide as compared to the Gulfstream G700′s 8-ft 2-in cabin and the Bombardier Global 7500′s that measures 8-ft wide. Two Rolls Royce Pearl 10X engines delivering 18,000 pounds of thrust each will power the aircraft.
Dassault Aviation Reveals Falcon 10X
Key Takeaways:
- Dassault Aviation unveiled the Falcon 10X, an ultra-long-range business jet designed to surpass competitors with its class-leading 9-ft 6-in wide cabin.
- The aircraft boasts a range of 7,500 nm, speeds up to Mach 0.925, and incorporates advanced features like a single power lever digital flight-control system and a low 3,000-ft cabin altitude for passenger comfort.
- Powered by Rolls Royce Pearl 10X engines and featuring a new composite wing, the $75 million Falcon 10X is expected to enter service in 2025, maintaining short-field landing capabilities.
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