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Falcon 200

Falcon 200
Starting List Price

$5.5M

Bombardier

Learjet 55C

Learjet 55C
Starting List Price

$8.5M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterFalcon 200Learjet 55C
Max Range (NBAA IFR)2,050 nmWinner
2,040 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.84Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.81
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,440 ft
5,000 ftShort Field
Max Operating Altitude42,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating9 pax10 pax
Cabin Width6.1 ftWider
5.9 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4108,000 ft
8,000 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Falcon 200 excels in sheer capability with a 2050nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Learjet 55C counters with 2040nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Falcon 200 focuses on its 1-zone configuration (6.1ft wide), the Learjet 55C provides 5.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Dassault Falcon 200 remains a meaningful Falcon model for operators, buyers, and aviation resear... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the mid size class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Falcon 200$2,853/hr
Learjet 55C$1,898/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Learjet 55C shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.