Demonstrating Aircraft Like the Dassault Falcon 6X on the Airshow Circuit Tests Pilots and Aircraft to the Max

Air show demonstrations and test flying have a lot in common

Dassault Aviation’s chief test pilot, Philippe Duchateau, told AIN what it takes to prepare aircraft like the new Falcon 6X to appear in events like the Paris Air Show. It’s all about demonstrating safety features while simultaneously thrilling the crowds. Philippe’s experience as a fighter pilot has equipped him well for the task, but he takes nothing for granted when planning for flying displays and test flights.

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