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Falcon 5X Completes Successful First Flight

Friday, July 07, 2017 at 08:26 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Dassault Aviation's Falcon 5X completed its first flight, commencing a limited preliminary flight test campaign.
The project faced four years of delays due to issues with the Safran Silvercrest engines, with the current tests using a preliminary version.
The Falcon 5X is designed to feature the industry's tallest and widest cabin, land at turboprop speeds, and burn significantly less fuel.
Full flight validation and certification, aiming for a 2020 entry into service, depend on Safran delivering certifiable engines that meet specifications.

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