Press Release

Issued by Dassault Aviation.

May 18, 2011

Dassault Falcon expanded its Authorized Service Center (ASC) network in Asia with the addition of Air Works India, a full service MRO based in Mumbai. Initially, Air Works India will serve as a Line Service Center, capable of providing 24-hour troubleshooting, line maintenance and inspections, up to 2B, for all Falcon 900EX and 900 EASy series aircraft.

"With a growing Falcon fleet in Asia, as well as increased transient traffic, it is imperative to expand our ability to support our operators, and both the reputation and capabilities of Air Works India fit nicely with this need," said Jacques Chauvet, Senior V.P. of Worldwide Customer Service. The Falcon fleet in India is currently numbered at 20 aircraft and is expected to expand significantly in the next five years.

Air Works India in Mumbai is a CAR 145 repair station approved by the Indian National Authority (DGCA). With its maintenance facility located in Hosur, Air Works is also India's only EASA-approved airline MRO. The 47,000 square foot Mumbai service center has 10 technicians dedicated to working on Falcon aircraft, and the company has been maintaining Falcons for 15 years.

Air Works India has made significant investments in Falcon specific tooling. And to anticipate the future support needs of operators in the region, additional technicians and avionics specialists will also receive Falcon 7X training. Eventually, the Authorized Service Center will expand its capabilities to include major inspections.

Today, Dassault Falcon has an office and a Customer Service Manager based in Mumbai, as well as a spares distribution center operated jointly with DHL also in Mumbai. Additionally, Dassault's presence in India includes a liaison office in New Delhi, which serves both the Indian Falcon operators and the Indian military fleet which includes 50 Mirage Fighter jets.

The performance of the Falcon aircraft is especially valued in India, where short airfields, elevated runways and high temperatures are common. Falcons are also more economical to operate and more environmentally responsible than any other large cabin aircraft. Their efficient design and technological optimization means less weight, 20-60% less fuel consumption and lower emissions than other airplanes in their class.