Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.
Late component deliveries are still impeding the production of Dassault Aviation’s Falcon business jets, both at the aerostructures manufacturing and final assembly stages, CEO Éric Trappier said July 22.
The acquired business employs 4,000 people and supplies systems for 180 platforms; it will be consolidated within Safran Electronics & Defense as of Aug. 1.