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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Dassault Falcon 2000s

All three are long-range business jets, but they sit in slightly different parts of the midsize-to-large-cabin spectrum. The Cessna Citation Longitude is typically positioned as a super-midsize jet, offering transcontinental capability with an approximate range around 3,500 nautical miles and a common seating layout of about 8 to 12 passengers. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin derivative of the ERJ platform, generally offering the longest reach of the three at roughly 3,900 nautical miles and the highest typical passenger capacity, often configured for about 10 to 14 passengers with a notably spacious cabin and multiple living zones. The Dassault Falcon 2000S is a large-cabin jet optimized for performance and efficiency, with a range commonly cited around 3,350 nautical miles and typical seating in the 8 to 10 passenger range, emphasizing a wide cabin cross-section and strong short-field capability relative to its class. Overall, the Longitude balances modern super-midsize efficiency, the Legacy 650E leans toward maximum cabin and range, and the Falcon 2000S targets large-cabin comfort with versatile airport performance.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeDassault Falcon 2000SEmbraer Legacy 650E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 6.63$ 8.41
Min Crew222
Total Seats101214
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameLongitude2000SLegacy 650E
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)350035403980
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.83$ 0.70
Max Cabin Seats101019
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats81012
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 3,150$ 3,860
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus Elite
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481490458
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$ 26,000,000$26,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)1825022510
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats101214
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats121019
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.68.4
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats81012
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)254002530021650
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF7700LPW308CAE3007A2
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)766570009020
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)14781901
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.266.486.5
Wingspan (ft)68.970.269.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.47.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)66.26
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.242.4
Overall Height (ft)19.423.222.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.16.35.2
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.517.130.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112134286
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024