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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s

Both the Cessna Citation Longitude and the Dassault Falcon 2000S sit in the modern midsize-to-super-midsize business jet space, but they emphasize slightly different strengths. The Citation Longitude is generally positioned as a super-midsize jet, optimized for efficient long-range missions with a spacious stand-up cabin for its class and strong operating economics. The Falcon 2000S is typically viewed as a larger, “large-cabin light” or entry large-cabin jet in the Falcon 2000 family, prioritizing cabin volume and airport versatility, including strong short-field capability. On range, the Longitude is commonly published around 3,500 nautical miles, while the Falcon 2000S is typically cited around 3,350 nautical miles, so both can cover many transcontinental missions, with the Longitude holding a modest edge on paper depending on conditions and configuration. For passenger capacity, both are usually arranged for about 8 to 10 passengers in typical executive layouts, though maximum certified seating can be higher depending on interior options; the Falcon 2000S tends to feel roomier at similar passenger counts due to its larger cabin cross-section.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeDassault Falcon 2000S
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 6.63
Min Crew22
Total Seats1012
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameLongitude2000S
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)35003540
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.83
Max Cabin Seats1010
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 3,150
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$ 26,000,000
Useful Load (lbs)18250
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1012
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2540025300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHTF7700LPW308C
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)76657000
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.266.4
Wingspan (ft)68.970.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.47.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.2
Overall Height (ft)19.423.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.16.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.517.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112134
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024