Dassault Falcon 900B vs Bombardier Global Express
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Dassault Falcon 900B
- For sale now
- 15
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 6
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 1987–1995
Bombardier Global Express
- For sale now
- 34
- Median asking
- $9,622,500
- Range
- $6,722,750–$14,100,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 17
- Source marketplaces
- 9
- Model years available
- 2000–2011
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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 900B | Bombardier Global Express |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 1 | — |
| Serious | 1 | — |
| Fatal | 0 | — |
| Fatalities | 0 | — |
| % Fatal | 0% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Dassault Falcon 900B | Bombardier Global Express |
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| Price Range | $6,224,500 – $6,494,500 | $6,722,750 – $14,100,000 |
| Category | Large Cabin Jet | Ultra-Long Range Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 14 | 16 |
| Cruise Speed | 466 kts (863 km/h) | 481 kts (891 km/h) |
| Range | 3,364 nm (6,230 km) | 5,900 nm (10,927 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 45,500 lbs (20,639 kg) | 93,500 lbs (42,412 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 24,000 lbs (10,886 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 5,560.0 gal (21045 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 250.0 GPH (946 L/h) | 370.0 GPH (1400 L/h) |
| TBO | 5,000 hrs | 7,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $550,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $600,000 | $1,100,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $3,600 | $6,000 |
| Engines | 3 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateDassault Falcon 900B
Fuel$1,375/hr
Variable$3,600/hr
Annual Fixed$600,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$1,320,000/yr
Bombardier Global Express
Fuel$2,035/hr
Variable$6,000/hr
Annual Fixed$1,100,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$2,300,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Dassault Falcon 900B or Bombardier Global Express?
Pick the Falcon 900B if…
- Budget matters — from $6,224,500 vs $6,722,750, you save ~$498,250.
- Lower operating cost — ~$3600/hr vs $6000/hr.
Pick the Global Express if…
- More seats — 16 vs 14.
- Faster cruise — 481 kts vs 466 kts.
- Longer range — 5900 nm vs 3364 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1999 vs 1987.
- More inventory — 34 listings vs 14.
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 900B or Bombardier Global Express?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Falcon 900B cruises at 466 kts with 3,364 nm range.
The Global Express cruises at 481 kts with 5,900 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Dassault Falcon 900B: from $6,500,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Dassault Falcon 900B and Bombardier Global Express?
Global Express engine: Grumman;General Electric BR710A2-20;Passport.
Seats: 14 vs 16.
Cruise: 466 vs 481 kts.
Range: 3364 vs 5900 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Falcon 900B: about $3600/hr variable cost.
Global Express: about $6000/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 900B: 14 seats.
Global Express: 16 seats / 24,000 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 900B: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$550,000.
Global Express: 7,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$1,500,000.
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