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Falcon 50EX

Falcon 50EX
Starting List Price

$21.0M

Bombardier

Challenger 350

Challenger 350
Starting List Price

$26.7M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterFalcon 50EXChallenger 350
Max Range (NBAA IFR)3,260 nmWinner
3,200 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.84Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.83
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)4,935 ft
4,835 ftShort Field
Max Operating Altitude49,000 ft45,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating9 pax10 pax
Cabin Width6.1 ft
7.2 ftWider
Cabin Altitude @ FL4108,000 ft
4,850 ftLower Altitude

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Falcon 50EX excels in sheer capability with a 3260nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Challenger 350 counters with 3200nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Falcon 50EX focuses on its 1-zone configuration (6.1ft wide), the Challenger 350 provides 7.2ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Dassault Falcon 50EX remains a meaningful Falcon model for operators, buyers, and aviation resea... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the super mid size class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Falcon 50EX$2,954/hr
Challenger 350$2,959/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Falcon 50EX shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.