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Falcon 900LX

Falcon 900LX
Starting List Price

$44.0M

Bombardier

Global 6500

Global 6500
Starting List Price

$56.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterFalcon 900LXGlobal 6500
Max Range (NBAA IFR)4,750 nm
6,600 nmWinner
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.87
Mach 0.9Winner (Speed)
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,360 ftShort Field
6,145 ft
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating14 pax17 pax
Cabin Width7.7 ft
7.9 ftWider
Cabin Altitude @ FL4108,000 ft
4,500 ftLower Altitude

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Falcon 900LX excels in sheer capability with a 4750nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Global 6500 counters with 6600nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Falcon 900LX focuses on its 3-zone configuration (7.7ft wide), the Global 6500 provides 7.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Dassault Falcon 900LX is a compelling choice in the long range segment because it combines credi... 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 900LX$2,769/hr
Global 6500$5,150/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Falcon 900LX shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.