Dassault Aviation
Falcon 10
The Falcon 10 is a light business jet developed by Dassault Aviation in the early 1970s as a smaller, more economical counterpart to the successful Falcon 20. First flown on 17 June 1973, the aircraft entered service in 1975 and quickly gained popularity among corporate and private operators for its combination of speed, range, and cabin comfort. Powered by two Lycoming ALF 502 turbofan engines, the Falcon 10 cruises at Mach 0.78, covering up to 2,300 nautical miles with a typical payload of six passengers. Its low wing, T-tail layout and advanced aerodynamic design provide stable handling and short‑field performance, allowing operations from airports with limited runway length. Throughout its production run of 339 units, the jet benefitted from continuous upgrades, including upgraded avionics, quieter engines, and improved fuel efficiency. The Falcon 10 helped cement Dassault’s reputation for creating versatile, high‑performance business aircraft and paved the way for later models such as the Falcon 2000 and the modern Falcon 10X. Today, many Falcons remain in service, valued for their reliability and the legacy of French engineering that continues to influence the business‑jet market worldwide.
