Dassault Falcon 7X Luxury Long-Range Business Jet

Dassault Aviation

Founded in 1929 by Marcel Dassault, Dassault Aviation began concentrating on military aircraft. However, the company quickly expanded its portfolio to include commercial and business jets – launching the Mystère IV in the 1950s. Dassault also launches the renowned Mirage series, further cementing its status as a leader in advanced military aviation.

In the 1970s, Dassault embraces the business aviation sector by introducing its Falcon series. The Falcon 20 and its successors transformed the business jet landscape by combining exceptional performance with luxury. The Falcon 7X, introduced in the 2000s, further underscored Dassault’s commitment to technological advancement as the first fully fly-by-wire business jet.

Recognized with numerous awards throughout its history, Dassault Aviation remains dedicated to quality and performance. The company continues to innovate. They are developing next-generation aircraft that cater to the evolving demands of both military and civilian markets. This positions Dassault Aviation as a leader in aerospace technology.

Dassault Falcon 7X Design & Development

The Falcon 7X is a three-engine cantilever monoplane featuring a sleek, highly swept wing design and a mid-height horizontal stabilizer. With a retractable tricycle landing gear, it accommodates up to 19 passengers and 3 crew members. It is also powered by three Pratt & Whitney PW307A turbofan engines—two mounted on the fuselage and one centrally located. Notably, it is the first production Falcon jet equipped with winglets.

As the first fully fly-by-wire business jet, the Falcon 7X boasts the advanced Honeywell Primus Epic “Enhanced Avionics System” (EASy), previously utilized in the Falcon 900EX and later models. The aircraft is recognized for its innovative design process, being the first to be developed entirely on a virtual platform using Dassault Systemes’ CATIA and PLM technologies.

In 2010, Dassault Falcon and BMW Designworks received the prestigious 2009 Good Design Award for their collaboration on the Falcon 7X’s luxurious interior. The aircraft’s special engine mounts and cabin isolators ensure an exceptionally quiet cabin experience, maintaining noise levels below 50 dBA. It also includes options like an onboard shower.

Country of Origin: France

Dassault Falcon 7X Statistics

Maximum Speed: 0.9 Mach
Maximum Range: 5,466 nm
Maximum Occupants: 19
Range Of Years Manufactured: 2007-Present
Total Aircraft Build: 299
Current Operational Aircraft: 290
Useful Load: 34,928 lbs.
Average Sale Value: $20,495,000
Average Days On Market For Sale: 177
VREF Demand Rating: Buyer

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Falcon 7X Details

Interior

The Falcon 7X features a 12-passenger (13-seat) floor plan with a dedicated crew rest area, forward and AFT lavatories, and a galley pocket door. The AFT cabin includes an adjustable curtain partition, two electrical divans, one divan with a 12-inch extension, and two additional seats. Its interior design features leather seating, accenting wood veneers, and occasional decorative plating for an enhanced interior design.

Exterior

The Falcon 7X is an ultra-long-range jet with retractable tricycle landing gear featuring three Pratt & Whitney PW307A turbofan engines with two on the side and one in the center. This aircraft can reach a max speed of up to 0.9 Mach. The Falcon 7X’s wing design has a highly swept wing for a better lift-to-drag ratio than earlier models.

Avionics

Honeywell’s Primus Epic® for Dassault EASy (Enhanced Avionics System)
Honeywell Primus Epic System EASy II 5th Cert
Flight Display System with four 14 in. LCD’s
Communication VHF Data Radio Triple
Communication HF Dual
SELCAL VHF & HF
Flight Deck Audio Triple
Emergency Locator with NAV Interface
Flight Deck Printer
SATCOM System
VOR/ILS/MARKER/GPS Dual Honeywell NV875X
ADF System Dual Honeywell DF-855
Flight Management Systems (FMS) Triple
Electronic Jeppesen Charts
Color Weather Radar Honeywell Primus 880
DME System Dual Honeywell DM-855
ATC, Transponder
Radar Altimeter
TCAS II System ACSS TCAS 3000
Head-Up Guidance System Rockwell Collins HGS-5860
Enhanced Flight Vision System Rockwell Collins EFVS-5860
Micro Inertial Reference Unit Triple
Voice and Flight Data Combined Recorder Dual
EGPWS with Windshear

Specifications

Range: 5,950 nm
Takeoff Balanced Field Length: 5,505 ft.
Landing: 2,262 ft.
Wing Span: 86 ft.
Length: 76 ft. 1 in.
Height: 25 ft. 7 in.
Configuration: Tri-Engine Fanjet Engine
Max Seats: 19
Max Takeoff Weight: 69,000 lbs.
Cruise (Typical): .85 mach

Falcon 7X Models

The following are brief descriptions of all Dassault Falcon 7X models.

Falcon 20/200

The Falcon 20 is the original model in Falcon’s family of aircraft. Later versions of the 20 are known as Falcon 200s. This aircraft was produced from 1963-1988 with a range of 1,810 nm.

Falcon 10/100

Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 10 is a twin-engine aircraft produced from 1974-1983. A total of 189 Falcon 10s were reported delivered in 1985. Produced from 1983-1990, Dassault’s Falcon 100 The Falcon is the result of the Falcon’s 10 redesign featuring an ovoid fuselage and a pair of Garrett TFE731-2 turbofan engines. Compared to its Falcon 20 predecessor, the Falcon 10 incorporated a bifurcated passenger entrance, streamlined electrical systems, and a redesigned wing equipped with slotted flaps.

Falcon 2000

Scaled down from Falcon’s 900 twinjet, this aircraft began production in 1993 and is still currently in production with a range of 4,150 nm.

Falcon 2000DX

Following the 2000, the DX variant has simple wings and an airfoil compared to its predecessor. This aircraft was only produced for two years from 2008-2009, receiving its certification in 2007.

Falcon 2000EX

The Falcon 2000EX introduced significant upgrades over its predecessor from 2003-2004 featuring advanced powerplants with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C engines. Each engine provides an impressive 7,000 pounds of thrust – 1,800 pounds more than the Falcon 2000. With a high-speed cruise of 482 knots at 39,000 feet and a long-range cruise speed of 421 knots at 43,000 feet, the 2000EX offers an extended range that surpasses that of the earlier model. Produced for just two years, there are currently 26 Falcon 2000EX aircraft still in operation.

Falcon 2000EX EASy

The Falcon 2000EX EASy upgraded the original 2000 model with an advanced avionics system, featuring the EASy flight deck based on the Primus Epic platform, along with enhancements to the pressurization and oxygen systems, certified in 2004. On March 18, 2010, it became the first Dassault twin-jet, aside from the older Falcon 10, to complete steep approach trials at London City Airport. Today, there are 102 Falcon 2000EX EASy aircraft still in operation, underscoring its lasting impact in the business aviation sector.

Falcon 2000LX

The Falcon 2000LX enhances a proven airframe with the addition of winglets designed by Aviation Partners. This increases its range by 200 nautical miles compared to the 2000EX. These winglets are also available as a retrofit kit for the entire Falcon 2000 series. The 2000LX groups its systems by function for user-friendly operation, by equipping it with:

Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4 fully integrated avionics suite
Honeywell EASy panel featuring four 8 x 10-inch flat-panel displays

Manufactured from 2007 to 2014, a total of 133 Falcon 2000LX aircraft remain in service.

Falcon 2000LXS

The Falcon 2000LXS replaces the long-range 2000LX, incorporating the S variant’s short-runway features, with 48 S models and 108 LXS models produced since their respective launches. The 2000LXS cabin includes improved soundproofing and the Rockwell Collins FalconCabin HD+ system, allowing wireless control of entertainment and cabin functions via Apple iOS devices.

Falcon 2000S

Dassault Aviation’s Falcon 2000S, tested in 2011 features short-field capabilities with a landing distance of 705 meters, enabling access to 50% more airports.

Falcon 20-5

The Falcon 20 is equipped with two General Electric CF700 engines and features hydraulically-powered flight controls, providing pilots with a smooth, precise, and predictable flying experience thanks to its artificial feel system. Its highly swept wing design includes leading-edge slats, with retractable inner sections that enhance stall stability. Notably, the United States Coast Guard operated the Falcon 20. They designated the HU-25 Guardian, for missions including:

Aerial and maritime drug interdiction
Locating shipwreck survivors
Rescuing vessels

Falcon 50

Dassault Aviation developed the Falcon 50, a long-range business jet derived from the Falcon 20, featuring an advanced wing design. It made its inaugural flight on November 7, 1976. And it received French airworthiness certification on February 27, 1979. Its FAA certification followed on March 7. In 1996, the Falcon 50 was upgraded to the Falcon 50EX, marking a new chapter with its first flight that same year.

Falcon 50EX

Introduced in 1996, the Falcon 50EX marked an upgrade from the Falcon 50, featuring two TFE 731-40 engines and an auxiliary power unit (APU). While the original Falcon 50 also utilized TFE 731-40 engines, the 50EX incorporated updated avionics with a four-tube Collins Pro Line 4 system and modifications to the rudder control system. With a service ceiling of FL490 – compared to the 50’s FL410 – the 50EX offers quicker climbs to higher altitudes. This allows for faster cruising on slightly less fuel – resulting in a 200-nautical-mile increase in range or enhanced speed. A total of 252 Falcon 50s and 100 Falcon 50EXs have been produced, with operators typically flying the 50 at Mach 0.8/460 KTAS from FL360 to FL410.

Falcon 6X

The Falcon 6X builds on the aerodynamics and systems of the Falcon 5X, validated during its preliminary flight tests but is optimized for its powerful PW812D engines. It offers a longer cabin and an impressive 5,500 nautical mile range. With a top speed of Mach 0.90 and a cruise speed of Mach 0.85, the 6X features the largest cabin in a purpose-built business jet, measuring 40 feet long, 78 inches high, and 102 inches wide. It can also accommodate up to 16 passengers in three zones with 29 windows, including a galley skylight. It retains the 761 square foot wing and the digital flight control system from the 5X, while also introducing a nitrogen inerting system. This makes it the first Dassault aircraft to feature this technology.

Falcon 7X

At the 2001 Paris Air Show, Dassault Aviation unveiled the Falcon 7X, the second-largest model in its Falcon lineup. The aircraft made its inaugural flight on May 5, 2005, and was publicly showcased at the 2005 Paris Air Show. After receiving type certification from the FAA and EASA on April 27, 2007, the Falcon 7X entered service on June 15 of the same year. Notably, it was Dassault’s first private jet designed entirely using CATIA software, enhancing its aerodynamic efficiency and simplifying systems. Accommodating up to 20 passengers, the Falcon 7X is powered by three Pratt & Whitney PW307A turbofan engines and features the Honeywell Primus Epic EASy avionics suite, along with winglets for improved performance. The collaboration with BMW Designworks earned the Falcon 7X a Good Design Award in 2009 for its exceptional interior design.

Falcon 8X

At the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in May 2014, Dassault Aviation unveiled the Falcon 8X. The prototype took its inaugural flight on February 6, 2015, from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport and received EASA type certification as a subtype of the 7X on June 24, 2016. Building on the Falcon 7X’s design, the 8X offers extended range capabilities and features an S-duct for the central engine, powered by three Pratt & Whitney PW307D engines that enhance fuel efficiency by up to 35% compared to its competitors.

Falcon 900

In 1984, Dassault Aviation started developing the Falcon 900, a model derived from the Falcon 50. Featuring a design crafted from composite materials and an innovative S-duct to supply air to the central engine, the Falcon 900 showcased advancements in engineering. Powered by three Garrett TFE731-5AR-1C turbofan engines, the aircraft received its type certification from French authorities and the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in 1986. This marked its entry into the competitive business aviation market.

Falcon 900B

Manufactured by Dassault from 1991 to 2000, the Falcon 900B is a long-range heavy jet with a range of 4,000 nautical miles, a cruise speed of 500 knots, and a ceiling of 51,000 feet. Its three-engine design enhances fuel efficiency by 40%, improves safety for overwater flying, and provides a quieter cabin. Accommodating 8 to 12 passengers or up to 19 in maximum configuration, the luxurious interior features reclining leather chairs, in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi, and wet bars. This makes for a comfortable travel experience.

Falcon 900C

The Falcon 900C is a replacement for the 900B and a companion to the Falcon 900EX. This aircraft offers a spacious and luxurious charter option for up to 14 passengers. Launched in 2000 with upgraded avionics, it features a flexible cabin layout for 10 to 14 passengers and enough baggage space for 12 suitcases. Capable of non-stop flights from Hong Kong to Istanbul and London to Miami, the 900C continues to offer exceptional comfort and impressive performance, even though production ended in 2005 as Dassault focused on the Falcon 900DX.

Falcon 900DX

A further improvement of the aircraft produced from 2005-2010, the Falcon 900EX, features an all-glass flight deck and is powered by three Garrett TFE731-60 engines.

Falcon 900EX

Starting in 1996-2010, the Falcon 900DX is introduced as a shorter-range production variant of the 900DX. This aircraft uses two Honeywell TFE731-60 turbofan engines.

Falcon 900LX

Dassault has produced over 500 Falcon 900LX. Its innovative winglets are new to the 900 series alongside an upgraded EASy II cockpit, which builds on Dassault’s EASy design utilizing Honeywell’s Primus Epic suite. The addition of winglets results in an impressive range increase of 200 nautical miles.

Falcon 10X

The Falcon 10X offers the largest cabin of any purpose-built business jet. The Falcon 10X has an impressive range of 7,500 nautical miles and a maximum Mach operating speed of .925.

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