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Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Gulfstream G280

In category, the Bombardier Global 5500 sits in the large-cabin, long-range class, offering more space and typically a more intercontinental mission profile than the other two. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is also a large-cabin jet but is generally positioned as a “large-cabin, shorter-long-range” option, emphasizing runway performance and operational flexibility rather than maximum distance. The Gulfstream G280 is best described as a super-midsize jet, usually smaller in cabin volume than the Global 5500 and Falcon 2000LXS. On range, the Global 5500 leads, published around 5,900 nautical miles, making it the strongest choice for longer nonstop city pairs. The Falcon 2000LXS is mid-pack at roughly 4,000 nautical miles. The G280 is close behind the Falcon, typically quoted around 3,600 nautical miles. On passenger capacity, all can be configured for about 8 to 10 passengers in typical executive layouts, but the Global 5500 generally supports the most comfortable higher-occupancy long-haul arrangements thanks to its larger cabin.

SpecBombardier Global 5500Dassault Falcon 2000LXSGulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 6.38$ 6.57
Min Crew222
Total Seats141210
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 55002000LXSG280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)590041553600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.80$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats161010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12108
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 3,073$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504490481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$46,000,000$35,100,000$24,900,000
Useful Load (lbs)1825015550
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats141210
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats161010
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats12108
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2530025000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPearlPW308CHTF7250G
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000On-Condition
Thrust (lbs)1512570007624
No. of Engines222
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Dimensions
Length (ft)9666.466.9
Wingspan (ft)9470.263
Cabin Width (ft)87.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.3
Cabin Length (ft)40.826.225.9
Overall Height (ft)25.523.221.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131154