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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs

Both the Cessna Citation Latitude and the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS are midsize-to-large business jets, but they sit in different tiers. The Citation Latitude is typically positioned as a super-midsize jet, optimized for efficient U.S. transcontinental missions and lower operating costs, while the Falcon 2000LXS is generally considered a large-cabin jet, aimed at longer ranges, higher payload capability, and a more spacious cabin experience. On range, the Latitude is commonly quoted around 2,700 nautical miles, which suits many coast-to-coast or regional international trips with reserves depending on conditions. The Falcon 2000LXS is typically quoted around 4,000 nautical miles, enabling more city pairs across the Atlantic or deeper into South America with fewer stops. For passenger capacity, the Latitude is usually configured for about 8 to 9 passengers, with some layouts accommodating more, whereas the Falcon 2000LXS commonly seats around 10 passengers in a standard executive configuration, with flexibility for higher-density layouts depending on the operator’s choices.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeDassault Falcon 2000LXS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 6.38
Min Crew22
Total Seats1012
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameLatitude2000LXS
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)27314155
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.80
Max Cabin Seats910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1239418250
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 3,073
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$35,100,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1012
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2680025300
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW306D1PW308C
TBO (hrs)60007000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)59077000
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6266.4
Wingspan (ft)72.370.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.47.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)21.826.2
Overall Height (ft)20.923.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.46.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.917.1
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)27131
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024