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Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Gulfstream G280

The Dassault Falcon 900LX and Gulfstream G280 sit in different business-jet categories, which drives most of their practical differences. The Falcon 900LX is a long-range, large-cabin trijet designed for intercontinental missions, while the G280 is typically considered a super-midsize jet aimed at slightly shorter long-haul routes with a smaller cabin footprint. In range terms, the Falcon 900LX generally offers greater maximum range—around 4,700–4,750 nautical miles—compared with the G280’s roughly 3,600 nautical miles, making the Dassault better suited to longer nonstop city pairs and more fuel margin. Passenger capacity also favors the Falcon: it commonly seats about 12–14 passengers in typical configurations, whereas the G280 is usually arranged for about 8–10 passengers, though both can vary by interior layout. Overall, the Falcon 900LX prioritizes cabin volume and intercontinental reach, while the G280 emphasizes efficient long-range performance in a smaller, super-midsize package.

SpecDassault Falcon 900LXGulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.57$ 6.57
Min Crew22
Total Seats1610
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name900LXG280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)47503600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.63$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats1410
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2245015550
Standard Cabin Seats148
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,588$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)498481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$44,000,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1610
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1410
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats148
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2530025000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTFE731-60HTF7250G
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)50007624
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.466.9
Wingspan (ft)70.263
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.3
Cabin Length (ft)33.225.9
Overall Height (ft)24.821.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1264
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)23.517.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)127154
Aisle Step (ft)0.3