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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 2000s

The Cessna Citation Longitude and the Dassault Falcon 2000S are typically positioned as super-midsize and large-cabin business jets, respectively, while the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is generally considered a midsize to super-midsize crossover. In range terms, the Longitude offers the longest legs of the three at about 3,500 nautical miles, making it well suited to longer nonstop city pairs. The Falcon 2000S is close behind at roughly 3,350 nautical miles and combines that range with a larger-cabin feel. The Sovereign+ is shorter-legged at about 3,200 nautical miles, though it remains strong for transcontinental missions. For passenger capacity, all three can be configured for typical executive layouts of around 8 to 10 passengers, but the Falcon 2000S commonly accommodates larger groups more comfortably due to its wider cabin and can be arranged for higher counts depending on configuration. The Longitude emphasizes a modern, quiet cabin and efficiency, the Sovereign+ prioritizes reliable midsize performance, and the Falcon 2000S emphasizes cabin volume and versatility.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+Dassault Falcon 2000S
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 6.02$ 6.63
Min Crew222
Total Seats101112
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameLongitudeSovereign +2000S
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)350031383540
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.67$ 0.83
Max Cabin Seats101210
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats8910
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 2,699$ 3,150
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481458490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$19,730,000$ 26,000,000
Useful Load (lbs)1279018250
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats101112
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats121210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.39.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats8910
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)254002523025300
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF7700LPW306DPW308C
TBO (hrs)On-Condition60007000
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 16ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)766559077000
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.263.566.4
Wingspan (ft)68.972.470.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.45.57.7
Cabin Height (ft)65.76.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.225.326.2
Overall Height (ft)19.420.423.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.517.417.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)11235134
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024