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Bombardier Global 5500 vs Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 7x

Bombardier’s Global 5500 and Global 6500 are ultra-long-range business jets, while the Dassault Falcon 7X is also in the long-range/ultra-long-range large-cabin category but is notable for its trijet design. In range, the Global 5500 typically offers about 5,900 nautical miles, the Falcon 7X about 5,950 nautical miles, and the Global 6500 the longest of the three at roughly 6,600 nautical miles, making it the strongest choice for longer nonstop city pairs. For passenger capacity, all three are commonly configured for around 12 to 16 passengers, with high-density layouts possible up to roughly 17–19 depending on operator choices. In practical terms, the Global 5500 and Falcon 7X are closely matched on range and typical occupancy, with the Falcon often valued for operational flexibility from Dassault’s handling and trijet performance, while the Global 6500 sits a step up in mission capability thanks to its longer range and very spacious long-cabin experience.

SpecBombardier Global 5500Bombardier Global 6500Dassault Falcon 7X
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 9.49$ 7.75
Min Crew222
Total Seats141417
ManufacturerBombardierBombardierDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameGlobal 5500Global 65007X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)590066005950
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.68$ 0.65
Max Cabin Seats161716
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats121214
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 4,895$ 3,850
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504504516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$46,000,000$56,000,000$53,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)33600
Cabin
Cockpit223
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoYesNo
Jump SeatYesYesYes
Total Seats141417
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats161716
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats121214
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPearlPearlPW307A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition7200
Thrust (lbs)15125151256402
No. of Engines223
Flat RatingISA + 17
Dimensions
Length (ft)9699.576.7
Wingspan (ft)949486
Cabin Width (ft)887.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.2
Cabin Length (ft)40.843.339.1
Overall Height (ft)25.525.525.7
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1552
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140