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Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 2000s

The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Dassault Falcon 2000S sit in different business-jet categories. The Citation XLS+ is typically considered a super-midsize jet, optimized for efficient short-to-medium missions and strong runway flexibility. The Falcon 2000S is a large-cabin jet, offering a broader, more spacious cabin experience and generally greater payload-and-range capability. In range terms, the Citation XLS+ is commonly cited around roughly 2,100 nautical miles, making it well suited to regional and transcontinental U.S. flying depending on winds and payload. The Falcon 2000S is typically cited around roughly 3,300–3,350 nautical miles, enabling longer nonstop city pairs and more margin for headwinds, alternates, and higher passenger loads. For passenger capacity, the Citation XLS+ is usually configured for about 7 to 9 passengers, with many operators marketing it as an 8-passenger aircraft. The Falcon 2000S commonly seats about 8 to 10 passengers in executive layouts, with some configurations accommodating more, and its larger cabin tends to feel less constrained at similar passenger counts.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Dassault Falcon 2000S
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 6.63
Min Crew22
Total Seats1012
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameXLS+2000S
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)19063540
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.83
Max Cabin Seats910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)754018250
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 3,150
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$ 26,000,000
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)9.39.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523025300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CPW308C
TBO (hrs)50007000
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)41197000
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.566.4
Wingspan (ft)56.370.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.7
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.2
Cabin Length (ft)18.526.2
Overall Height (ft)17.223.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.317.1
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10134
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024