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Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 900lx

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is typically positioned as a super-midsize business jet, while the Dassault Falcon 900LX is a long-range, large-cabin trijet. In range, the Sovereign+ is suited to medium-to-long missions, generally around the low-to-mid 3,000 nautical mile class depending on payload and conditions, making it well matched for transcontinental U.S. trips and many regional international legs. The Falcon 900LX is designed for longer intercontinental flying, commonly cited in the mid-4,000 nautical mile class, enabling more nonstop city pairs across oceans or deeper into large markets with fewer fuel stops. Passenger capacity also reflects the category difference: the Sovereign+ is typically configured for about 8 to 12 passengers, prioritizing efficiency and comfortable midsize-cabin seating. The Falcon 900LX generally carries about 12 to 16 passengers, offering a larger cabin and greater flexibility for higher-occupancy or more spacious layouts. Overall, Sovereign+ emphasizes efficient super-midsize capability, while the 900LX emphasizes long-range, large-cabin versatility.

SpecCessna Citation Sovereign+Dassault Falcon 900LX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 7.57
Min Crew22
Total Seats1116
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameSovereign +900LX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)31384750
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.63
Max Cabin Seats1214
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1279022450
Standard Cabin Seats914
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,699$ 3,588
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458498
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,730,000$44,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1116
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1214
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats914
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523025300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW306DTFE731-60
TBO (hrs)60005000
Flat RatingISA + 16ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)59075000
No. of Engines23
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.566.4
Wingspan (ft)72.470.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.7
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.7
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.333.2
Overall Height (ft)20.424.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.423.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35127
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1264