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Falcon 900

$21.0M

Range

3800 NM

Max Speed

Mach 0.87

Capacity

Up to 12

Avionics

Honeywell

Engines

TFE731-5AR

Origin

France

Ref ID: falcon-900. Subject to prior sale or removal from market.

About The Falcon 900

The Dassault Falcon 900 is a long range business jet from Dassault Aviation and an important chapter in the Falcon family. Known for efficient aerodynamics, pilot-friendly handling, and rugged French engineering, it helped establish Falcon aircraft as serious alternatives to larger and heavier business jets.

3,800 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to transcontinental, transatlantic, and high-utilization corporate missions.

Mach 0.87 Top Speed

Fast cruise performance with Dassault's emphasis on efficient aerodynamics and handling quality.

Falcon Family Engineering

A Dassault design shaped by military-aircraft discipline, efficient wings, and robust operating margins.

TFE731-5AR Engines

3 Honeywell turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, maintenance, and operating profile.

Spotlight: 3,800 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to transcontinental, transatlantic, and high-utilization corporate missions.

Milestones

First FlightSeptember 21, 1984
CertificationDGAC and FAA certification 1986
Units Delivered177+

Program Status

Out of Production

Market ShareStrong
Backlog Est.N/A YRS
Residual Value66%

Falcon 900 Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed

500 KTAS

(926 km/h)

Long Range Cruise

459 KTAS

(850 km/h)

Mach Speed

M 0.87

Max Range

3,800 NM

(7,038 km)

Service Ceiling

51,000 FT

(15,545 m)

Climb Rate

3,700 FPM

Takeoff Distance

5,235 FT

(1,596 m)

Landing Distance

2,415 FT

(736 m)

With a maximum range of approximately 3,800 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.87, the Falcon 900 is designed for transcontinental, transatlantic, and high-utilization corporate missions. Its runway performance, service ceiling, and mature systems make it relevant for buyers comparing Falcon efficiency, airport access, acquisition cost, and mission capability.

Powerplant

Engine Manufacturer

Honeywell

Engine Model

TFE731-5AR

Engine Type

Turbofan

Thrust Per Engine

4,500 LBF

Engine Count

3

Maintenance Plan

On Condition

Noise Stage

Stage 3/4 compliant by configuration

The Falcon 900 is powered by 3 Honeywell TFE731-5AR turbofan engines, each rated at approximately 4,500 pounds of thrust. The engine installation is central to the aircraft's identity, especially on Dassault's trijet models where climb performance, redundancy, and short-field confidence became key selling points.

Operating Weights

MTOW (Max Takeoff)

45,500 LB

(20,638 kg)

Max Landing Weight

41,000 LB

(18,597 kg)

Max Zero Fuel Weight

30,000 LB

(13,608 kg)

Max Payload

4,500 LB

(2,041 kg)

Fuel Capacity

18,830 LB

(8,541 kg)

Operating Empty Weight

27,000 LB

(12,247 kg)

Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 45,500 lbs, the Falcon 900 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.

Falcon 900 Interior

Cabin Specs

Length

33.2 FT

(10.12 m)

Width

7.7 FT

(2.35 m)

Height

6.2 FT

(1.89 m)

The Falcon 900 cabin provides a wide three-zone Falcon cabin with room for meetings, dining, and private rest. Cabin dimensions are approximately 33.2 ft long, 7.7 ft wide, and 6.2 ft high, with seating for up to 14 passengers depending on configuration and about 127 cubic feet of baggage capacity.

Falcon 900 Cabin Interior

Operating Economics

Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.

Variable Costs

$1,182,650/ Yr
Fuel (Est)$612,150
Maintenance$334,250
Engine Reserve$236,250

Fixed Costs

$493,600/ Yr
Crew Salaries$340,000
Hangarage$120,000
Insurance$33,600

Annual Budget

$1.68M

Estimated Total Spend

Market Leading Operators

Corporate Flight Departments
Government Operators
Charter Operators
Private Owners

The Dassault Falcon 900 had an estimated new list price of about $21.0M. Current pre-owned values vary significantly by year, hours, inspection status, engine program, avionics, and interior condition.

The Falcon 900 has a maximum range of approximately 3,800 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.

The Falcon 900 can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.87, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.

Depending on cabin configuration, the Falcon 900 can accommodate up to 14 passengers.