Frequently Asked Questions?
Falcon 900LX: what kind of aircraft is it and what to consider when buying?
The 900LX is Dassault's tri-jet ultra-large jet, built since 2010. Twelve to fourteen seats in three cabin zones, a range of 8,800 km, an 890 km/h cruise and three winglet-equipped Honeywell TFE731-60 engines. Three engines mean ocean routes without restrictions and short strips: the 900LX is certified for London City. The cabin has a flight attendant and hot meal service. The baggage compartment is accessible in flight. On typical legs it covers routes such as Paris–Milan · Paris–Lisbon · Dubai–Beijing. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How much does the Falcon 900LX cost: purchase and running costs?
Guide figures for the Falcon 900LX: average pre-owned price — $19.5M. Running costs at 300–400 h/year — about $3.04M/year, or $7,598 per flight hour. The final figure depends on year, hours flown, engine-programme status and configuration. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What is Dassault known for and which Falcons are in the range?
France's Dassault builds the Rafale fighter and carries military technology into the Falcon business jets. In production today: the Falcon 2000LXS (large class, 7,400 km), the tri-jet 900LX, the new 6X with the widest cabin in class (2.58 m), the flagship 8X (11,900 km) and the 10X, nearing delivery, with 13,900 km. In all, more than 2,700 Falcons have been built. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
Why does the Falcon have three engines and what does it give in practice?
The tri-jet layout of the 900LX and 8X is Dassault's signature. The practical benefit: clearance for long ocean routes without ETOPS limits, peace of mind if one engine fails over mountains or water, and approaches to short, demanding runways — the 8X is certified for London City with its steep glideslope. Fuel burn is meanwhile lower than many twin rivals, thanks to a light airframe. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How well do Falcons hold value on the pre-owned market?
Falcons age gracefully: an eight-year-old 2000LXS sells for $18–22M (new $37M), a 900LX of the same age $23–28M. Classic 2000s 900EX at $12–16M are considered the best price for a tri-jet intercontinental jet. The discount to a same-size Gulfstream reflects a smaller fleet, but Falcon supply on the market is also notably shorter. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How does the Falcon differ from Gulfstream?
Gulfstream leads on speed and range: the G650ER flies M0.90 over 13,890 km, while the Falcon 8X does M0.85 over 11,945 km. The Falcon answers with economy (15–20% less burn), short-field operation and digital control honed on fighters. The 6X/10X cabins are wider than Gulfstream equivalents. Roughly: Gulfstream is about maximum performance, Falcon about flexibility and efficiency. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What routes and tasks suit ultra-large jets?
A class for those who need a maximum cabin without long-range prices: 8–10-hour flights like London–Dubai, Paris–Delhi, Dubai–Singapore. Three cabin zones allow a meeting, a meal and sleep at once. Typical tasks — carrying delegations, family travel in large groups, and government and corporate flights with 10–14 passengers. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
What range and how many passengers do ultra-large jets have?
Capacity is 10–16 seats: the Legacy 600/650 take 13–14 passengers, the Challenger 850 up to 14–16. Range: Challenger 850 5,200 km, Legacy 600 6,000 km, Legacy 650 7,200 km, Gulfstream G450 8,060 km, the tri-jet Falcon 900LX 8,800 km. The Legacy's holds of up to 6.8 m³ are the most capacious in the segment short of long-range jets. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How does a ultra-large jet differ from neighbouring classes?
To the large class it adds a third cabin zone and up to 16 seats — but a notable part of the segment (Legacy, Challenger 850) is built on regional airliners, so the aircraft are heavier and climb more slowly. The long-range class (Global, Gulfstream G550+) gives 9,600–14,800 km and fresh airframes, but costs twice as much to buy. Here you get the maximum cabin for sensible money. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
Which ultra-large jets are in the fleet and how do they differ?
Five models: the Bombardier Challenger 850 — 14–16 seats, airliner cabin width; the Embraer Legacy 600 and 650 — three zones, a huge 6.8 m³ hold and the best price for capacity; the Gulfstream G450 — the fastest in the set with 8,060 km; and the Dassault Falcon 900LX — a tri-jet with 8,800 km and clearance for demanding short strips. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
How do you choose an aircraft to buy for your needs?
Start from two numbers: the length of your typical route and the number of passengers. Up to 1,000 km and 4 people — a turboprop or light jet; 2,000–4,000 km — a midsize jet; nonstop intercontinental — a long-range jet. Then adjust for short runways, baggage volume and sleeping berths. We'll match a model to your profile and calculate the ownership economics. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.
New aircraft or pre-owned — which is the better buy?
A new aircraft means a factory warranty and a 1–3-year queue, but the price is at its peak. A pre-owned aircraft means immediate delivery and a price 30–60% lower, while engine time and history matter. For most buyers a fresh 3–7-year-old aircraft is optimal: the main depreciation has happened and plenty of life remains. We cost both options. Send us a request — we'll prepare options, calculate running costs and analyse the best fit for your task.





