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Dassault to lift Rafale output to four jets per month by 2029 as exports climb

Dassault Aviation is steadily increasing Rafale production to meet rising export demand, targeting a manufacturing rate of four aircraft per month by 2029. The ramp-up responds to stronger-than-expected orders and seeks to shorten delivery lead times while expanding industrial output for export customers.

2026-03-12T01:19:50.123902-07:00

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Dassault unveils Falcon 10X ultra‑long‑range business jet with industry‑largest cabin

2026-03-10T12:03:58.909134-07:00

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Dassault warns FCAS could collapse if Airbus refuses to cooperate

2026-03-04T02:02:50.752788-08:00

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Dassault to lift Rafale output to four jets per month by 2029 as exports climb Dassault Aviation is steadily increasing Rafale production to meet rising export demand, targeting a manufacturing rate of four aircraft per month by 2029. The ramp-up responds to stronger-than-expected orders and seeks to shorten delivery lead times while expanding industrial output for export customers.

2026-03-12T01:19:50.123902-07:00

Dassault to lift Rafale output to four jets per month by 2029 as exports climb

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Falcon 10X — Data-driven analysis of the program’s market and technical outlook A new data-driven analysis evaluates the Falcon 10X’s market potential and technical maturity, quantifying demand, competitive positioning and likely certification risks. The report synthesizes fleet economics, performance metrics and program timelines to inform operators, OEMs and financiers assessing the large‑cabin bizjet market.

2026-03-11T15:53:32.688853-07:00

Falcon 10X — Data-driven analysis of the program’s market and technical outlook

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Dassault unveils Falcon 10X ultra‑long‑range business jet with industry‑largest cabin Dassault Aviation rolled out the Falcon 10X at its Bordeaux‑Mérignac facility, an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet that features the largest cabin of any purpose‑built bizjet and an all‑composite wing. The roll‑out precedes a planned first flight later this year as Dassault targets the market's top tier.

2026-03-10T12:03:58.909134-07:00

Dassault unveils Falcon 10X ultra‑long‑range business jet with industry‑largest cabin

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Extra Mirage 2000-5 fighters to boost Ukrainian air force’s defences Ukraine expects delivery of additional Dassault Mirage 2000‑5 fighters from France after the first donated examples arrived early last year. The reinforcements will expand Kyiv’s multirole combat aviation capacity and provide greater air‑defence flexibility amid ongoing missile and drone threats on the frontline.

2026-03-06T04:20:22.452476-08:00

Extra Mirage 2000-5 fighters to boost Ukrainian air force’s defences

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India clears 114‑aircraft Rafale purchase; Dassault aims to finalise deal by year‑end India’s Defence Acquisition Council has cleared the purchase of 114 Dassault Rafale fighters in a deal valued at roughly ₹3.25 lakh crore. Dassault Aviation says it is hopeful the contract can be finalised this year, which would extend the company’s Rafale production backlog.

2026-03-04T09:31:30.060266-08:00

India clears 114‑aircraft Rafale purchase; Dassault aims to finalise deal by year‑end

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Dassault warns FCAS could collapse if Airbus refuses to cooperate Dassault CEO Éric Trappier says the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme is "dead" unless Airbus reverses course and cooperates, calling accusations Dassault missed NGF commitments "fake." He frames the NGF row as a fight over leadership and governance and rejects a German two‑fighter proposal.

2026-03-04T02:02:50.752788-08:00

Dassault warns FCAS could collapse if Airbus refuses to cooperate

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Dassault posts €7.42bn in 2025 sales, €10.94bn orders; lifts 2026 guidance to ~€8.5bn after Rafale and Falcon delivery gains Dassault Aviation reported €7.42 billion in 2025 net sales and €635 million in operating income, with €10.94 billion in orders driven by Rafale exports and Falcon sales. The company raised 2026 net sales guidance to about €8.5 billion after deliveries rose; the CEO flagged geopolitical instability.

2026-03-03T23:22:42.897974-08:00

Dassault posts €7.42bn in 2025 sales, €10.94bn orders; lifts 2026 guidance to ~€8.5bn after Rafale and Falcon delivery gains

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Ashok Leyland takes delivery of India’s first Dassault Falcon 6X Ashok Leyland has taken delivery of India’s first Dassault Falcon 6X, marking the long-range business jet’s entry into the country’s civil fleet. The handover, reported by ch-aviation, is the first Falcon 6X delivered to an Indian operator and represents a milestone for corporate aviation in India.

2026-03-03T22:33:55.332437-08:00

Ashok Leyland takes delivery of India’s first Dassault Falcon 6X

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Dassault to lift Rafale output to four jets per month by 2029 as exports climb

Falcon 10X — Data-driven analysis of the program’s market and technical outlook

Dassault unveils Falcon 10X ultra‑long‑range business jet with industry‑largest cabin

Dassault warns FCAS could collapse if Airbus refuses to cooperate

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