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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x

Both the Bombardier Global 7500 and the Dassault Falcon 8X sit in the large-cabin, long-range business jet category, but they emphasize different strengths. The Global 7500 is generally positioned at the very top end of the ultra-long-range segment, optimized for maximum reach and a very spacious cabin, making it a common choice for missions that push toward the longest nonstop city pairs. The Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range jet, but it is typically viewed as slightly smaller overall, with a strong reputation for operational flexibility and efficient long-range performance. In range, the Global 7500 usually offers the longer published reach, around 7,700 nautical miles, while the Falcon 8X is typically listed around 6,450 nautical miles, meaning both can handle intercontinental flying, but the Global tends to provide more margin on the longest routes. For passenger capacity, both commonly fly 8 to 14 passengers depending on layout, though the Global 7500’s larger cabin often supports higher-density configurations more comfortably, while the Falcon 8X is frequently arranged for fewer passengers with generous spacing.

SpecBombardier Global 7500Dassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 7.66
Min Crew22
Total Seats1417
ManufacturerBombardierDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameGlobal 75008X
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)77006450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats1916
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats1214
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$ 62,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Cabin
Cockpit23
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestYesNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1417
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1916
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1214
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)45003900
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPassportPW307D
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)189206722
No. of Engines23
Dimensions
Length (ft)11180.2
Wingspan (ft)10486.3
Cabin Width (ft)87.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.2
Cabin Length (ft)54.542.7
Overall Height (ft)2726.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140