Dassault Aviation rolled out the first prototype of its Falcon 10X ultra-long-range business jet on March 10, 2026, at its Bordeaux-M\u00e9rignac facility in France. The aircraft, which will feature the largest cabin of any purpose-built business jet, is now preparing for its first flight — expected within weeks of the rollout.
Key Specifications
- Range: 7,500 nautical miles (13,900 km)
- Engines: Two Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X turbofans, 18,000+ lb thrust each
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.85 (top speed Mach 0.925)
- Max altitude: 51,000 ft
- Cabin: 6 ft 8 in height, 9 ft 1 in width, 53 ft 10 in length — largest in class
- Windows: 38 extra-large panoramic windows
- Fuel: Certified for 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Program Milestones
The March 2026 rollout in Bordeaux marked a major milestone for the Falcon 10X program, with the first prototype now moving into the flight test phase. Dassault has been assembling and testing the aircraft\u2019s systems extensively on the ground, and the maiden flight is expected to follow shortly.
The Falcon 10X features Dassault\u2019s NeXus flight deck with integrated digital flight controls and advanced situational awareness systems derived from the company\u2019s military aviation experience. The aircraft\u2019s cabin volume of 2,780 cubic feet makes it the widest and tallest cabin of any purpose-built business jet.
Certification Timeline
Dassault is targeting service entry toward late 2027, with an intensive flight test and certification campaign now underway. The certification process involves both the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The Falcon 10X will compete directly with the Bombardier Global 7500 and the Gulfstream G700 in the ultra-long-range segment. Its combination of the industry\u2019s largest cabin, 7,500 nm range, and 100% SAF certification positions it as a strong contender in a market segment where demand continues to grow.
Market Context
The Falcon 10X arrives at a time of robust demand for ultra-long-range business jets. According to WingX data, global business aviation departures have increased approximately 11% year-over-year in recent weeks, with particular strength in the United States. DC Aviation has been announced as the first declared customer for the G400, signaling strong market interest across the large-cabin business jet segment.
