Specifications
AI Description
- Compliance: EU OPS 1 (EASA - Part CAT) compliant.
- Engines: Three PW-307D engines on ESP Platinum program; each with 2,716 hours and 1,156 cycles.
- APU: Honeywell GTCP36-150FN with 1,044 hours on MSP Gold.
- Avionics: Honeywell Primus Epic system; ADS-B equipped; dual Honeywell NV-877A GPS; triple Honeywell flight management systems.
- Interior: Executive configuration for 14 passengers; beige leather seats; dual aft electrical divans; galley with central water system, Nespresso maker, microwave, and high-temperature oven.
- Entertainment: Collins FC HD+ system; 10.6-inch touch screen; dual Blu-ray players; 22-inch and 32-inch HD monitors; multiple USB ports.
- Safety Features: Equipped with Emergency Vision Assurance System, Enhanced Vision System, and Traffic Collision Avoidance System.
- Exterior: Overall white with two straight beige stripes.
- Additional Equipment: Winglets, dual 12-man life rafts, brake/wheel well heat, and various electrical and safety enhancements.
About this Model
Overview
The Falcon 8X is Dassault’s long-range, large-cabin business jet designed for nonstop intercontinental legs while retaining access advantages on shorter or more performance-limited runways. Its three-engine layout supports strong climb performance and redundancy, while Dassault’s flight-control and cockpit philosophy emphasizes workload reduction and consistent handling across the envelope. Buyers typically compare it against other long-range large-cabin platforms where range, cabin comfort, and airport access are primary drivers.
Mission Fit
The 8X is most compelling when the mission regularly demands long stage lengths with reserves and alternates, or when dispatch flexibility and airport performance are as important as pure cruise speed. It can also fit mixed mission profiles—short-to-mid legs during the week with periodic long-haul flights—without feeling like a compromised solution, provided cabin size and operating footprint are acceptable.
Cabin
The cabin is sized for long-duration comfort with a wide, tall cross-section and the ability to create distinct zones for work, dining, and rest. Typical layouts seat 12–16 with a forward galley and a dedicated aft lavatory; many aircraft are configured with a shower option and an aft crew rest or additional divan, depending on customer priorities. Sound levels are generally low for the segment, and the pressurization system targets a lower cabin altitude on long flights to reduce fatigue.