Dassault Aviation unveiled the first fully assembled Falcon 10X prototype at its Bordeaux-Merignac facility, marking a significant milestone for the ultra-long range business jet designed to challenge Gulfstream G700 and Bombardier Global 8000 dominance with 7,500 nautical mile range capability.
The green-coated airframe—currently undergoing ground vibration tests ahead of maiden flight expected early 2026—features Dassault’s signature fly-by-wire controls derived from Rafale fighter technology. Cabin mockups showcased at Paris Air Show 2025 reveal 19-passenger capacity across four zones with 100% fresh air, lowest cabin altitude, and Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engines pushing Mach 0.925 top speed.
French aviation outlet ActuAero published the prototype image showing complete fuselage sections mated with signature canard foreplanes and enlarged tail. Ground testing validates digital flight control systems (DFCS) handling across flight envelope before first takeoff from Bordeaux-Merignac.
Falcon 10X Technical Specifications Redefine Business Aviation
Pearl 10X engines deliver 18,000 lbs thrust each—25% more than Falcon 8X powerplants—enabling 13,890 km range with NBAA IFR reserves. Wingspan expands 4 meters over 8X predecessors while fuselage stretches 2.8 meters for largest cabin cross-section in class.
Competitive Range Comparison:
| Aircraft | Range (nm) | Max Speed | Cabin Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon 10X | 7,500 | Mach 0.925 | 6.25 ft |
| Gulfstream G700 | 7,700 | Mach 0.935 | 6.25 ft |
| Global 8000 | 8,000 | Mach 0.94 | 6.25 ft |
| Falcon 8X | 6,450 | Mach 0.90 | 6.1 ft |
Strategic Market Positioning Targets Ultra-Long Range Vacuum
Falcon 10X fills critical gap between 8X (6,450 nm) and emerging 10X (7,500 nm), targeting London-Singapore, New York-Hong Kong nonstop missions. Entry-into-service 2027 coincides with G700 certification completion and Global 8000 ramp-up.
Order Book Status:
| Manufacturer | Firm Orders | Options | Entry Into Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dassault | 20+ | 15+ | 2027 |
| Gulfstream | 50+ | 100+ | 2025 |
| Bombardier | 30+ | 50+ | 2025 |
Merignac production line retools for 10X rates targeting 20 annually by 2029. Supply chain stabilization post-COVID secures titanium forgings and composite curing capacity for sustained output. FalconCare maintenance network expands across Asia-Pacific supporting 10X operations.
