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Falcon 5X Timing Still Unclear, as New Engine Issue Surfaces
When the 5X rolled out in June, its first flight was pegged for September, but the new twinjet has yet to fly.
When it rolled out the Falcon 5X in June, Dassault said the first flight was pegged for September, but engine issues have delayed that schedule. The immediate problem with the Snecma Silvercrest turbofans involves slight deformation of the engine casing found during high-temperature testing. (Photo: Thierry Dubois/AIN)
When it rolled out the Falcon 5X in June, Dassault said the first flight was pegged for September, but engine issues have delayed that schedule. The immediate problem with the Snecma Silvercrest turbofans involves slight deformation of the engine casing found during high-temperature testing. (Photo: Thierry Dubois/AIN)

During a meeting today with AJPAE, the French association of aerospace journalists, Dassault Aviation CEO Eric Trappier said he is “still waiting for a new calendar from Snecma,” regarding delays with the Falcon 5X's engines.“Snecma is facing some difficulties with the Silvercrest engine, which will delay the 5X’s certification even if the configuration doesn’t change, he told reporters.


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