Dassault Falcon 10 facts for kids
The Dassault Falcon 10 is a fast and small French business jet. Think of it as a private plane designed to carry a few people quickly and comfortably for work or travel. It's a shorter version of another plane called the Falcon 20. From 1973 to 1985, 212 of these jets were made. Some are even used by the French Navy to help train pilots.
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What is the Dassault Falcon 10?
The Dassault Falcon 10 is a type of aircraft known as a light business jet. This means it's smaller than big passenger planes you might see at airports. It's built for companies or wealthy individuals to travel efficiently. It was designed and built by a famous French company called Dassault Aviation.
A Smaller, Nimble Jet
The Falcon 10 was created as a smaller, faster version of the successful Falcon 20. It was designed to be quick and easy to fly, perfect for shorter trips. It has two engines, which makes it a "twinjet." These engines are placed at the back of the plane. Its wings are set low on the body, and it has a special tail shape called a "cruciform tail," which looks like a cross.
When Was It Built?
The very first Falcon 10 took to the skies for its first flight in 1970. After more tests, it started being sold in 1973. Over the next 12 years, until 1985, a total of 212 Falcon 10 jets were built. Each one was carefully put together in France.
While most Falcon 10s are used by businesses, some have a different job. The French Navy uses them as training aircrafts. This means they help pilots learn important skills. They might be used to practice flying, navigation, or other tasks that are important for military aviation. It shows how versatile and reliable this small jet can be.
Images for kids
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Corporate Falcon 10 on arrival at Paris from Manchester via Birmingham
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French Navy Falcon 10
See also
In Spanish: Dassault Falcon 10 para niños
