Dassault Falcon 50EX vs Dassault Falcon 900

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Dassault Falcon 50EX
For sale now
20
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
9
Source marketplaces
7
Model years available
1997–2006
Dassault Falcon 900
For sale now
20
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
14
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
1988–2013

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Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Dassault Falcon 50EXDassault Falcon 900
All events2
Serious1
Fatal1
Fatalities6
% Fatal50%

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Dassault Falcon 50EX Dassault Falcon 900
Dassault Falcon 50EX
View 19 listings →
Median $4,850,000
View 2 listings →
Median $7,475,000
Price Range $4,545,000 – $4,980,750 $5,175,750 – $20,862,500
Category Super-Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 9 14
Cruise Speed 481 kts (891 km/h) 459 kts (850 km/h)
Range 3,350 nm (6,204 km) 4,750 nm (8,797 km)
Service Ceiling 49,000 ft (14,935 m) 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 40,780 lbs (18,498 kg) 49,000 lbs (22,226 kg)
Useful Load 14,000 lbs (6,350 kg)
Fuel Capacity 3,190.0 gal (12074 L)
Fuel Burn 220.0 GPH (833 L/h) 330.0 GPH (1249 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $1,100,000
Annual Fixed $700,000
Hourly Variable $4,500
Engines 3 x Turbofan 3 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Dassault Falcon 50EX

Fuel$1,210/hr

Dassault Falcon 900

Fuel$1,815/hr
Variable$4,500/hr
Annual Fixed$700,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,600,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Dassault Falcon 50EX or Dassault Falcon 900?

Pick the Falcon 50EX if…

  • Budget matters — from $4,545,000 vs $5,175,750, you save ~$630,750.
  • Faster cruise — 481 kts vs 459 kts.
  • Newer design — production from 1996 vs 1986.
  • More inventory — 19 listings vs 2.

Pick the Falcon 900 if…

  • More seats — 14 vs 9.
  • Longer range — 4750 nm vs 3350 nm.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Dassault Falcon 50EX or Dassault Falcon 900?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Falcon 50EX cruises at 481 kts with 3,350 nm range. The Falcon 900 cruises at 459 kts with 4,750 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Dassault Falcon 50EX: from $5,250,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Dassault Falcon 50EX and Dassault Falcon 900?
Falcon 900 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C. Seats: 9 vs 14. Cruise: 481 vs 459 kts. Range: 3350 vs 4750 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Falcon 900: about $4500/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Falcon 50EX: 9 seats. Falcon 900: 14 seats / 14,000 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Falcon 900: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$1,100,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data