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Dassault Aviation

Falcon 6X

Falcon 6X
Starting List Price

$52.0M

Bombardier

Global 6500

Global 6500
Starting List Price

$56.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterFalcon 6XGlobal 6500
Max Range (NBAA IFR)5,500 nm
6,600 nmWinner
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.9
Mach 0.9
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,480 ftShort Field
6,145 ft
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating16 pax17 pax
Cabin Width8.5 ftWider
7.9 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4103,900 ftLower Altitude
4,500 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Falcon 6X excels in sheer capability with a 5500nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Global 6500 counters with 6600nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Falcon 6X focuses on its 3-zone configuration (8.5ft wide), the Global 6500 provides 7.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Dassault Falcon 6X is a compelling choice in the long range segment because it combines credible... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the long range class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Falcon 6X$4,335/hr
Global 6500$5,150/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Falcon 6X shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.