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Dassault Falcon 900LX: Specifications, Range and History
The Dassault Falcon 900LX is the final version of the Falcon 900 trijet family, which first flew on 21 September 1984 and was certified in 1986. The LX is a Falcon 900EX with Aviation Partners blended winglets, which add range.
Dassault announced the 900LX at EBACE 2008 and delivered it from 2010. More than 500 Falcon 900s have been built across all versions.
At a glance
Falcon 900LX at a glance
| Class |
Large-cabin, three-engine business jet |
| Best for |
Transatlantic and Europe to Asia trips, shorter runways |
| Passengers |
up to 14; 12 typical |
| Flight crew |
2 pilots |
| Compare with |
Falcon 7X |
Size
Dimensions
| Length |
20.21 m (66 ft 4 in) |
| Wingspan |
21.38 m (70 ft 2 in) with winglets |
| Height |
7.55 m (24 ft 9 in) |
| Cabin length |
10.11 m (33 ft 2 in) |
| Cabin width |
2.34 m (7 ft 8 in) |
| Cabin height |
1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
Range and speed
Performance
| Range |
4,750 nm (8,797 km) |
| Normal cruise |
459 kn |
| Ceiling |
51,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance |
1,635 m (5,360 ft) |
| Landing distance |
736 m (2,415 ft) |
Weights
Weights
| Maximum takeoff weight |
22,226 kg (49,000 lb) |
| Maximum landing weight |
20,185 kg |
| Maximum zero fuel weight |
14,000 kg |
| Basic operating weight |
11,710 kg |
| Maximum fuel |
9,480 kg |
| Maximum payload |
2,291 kg (5,050 lb) |
Equipment
Equipment and main systems
What is installed on the Falcon 900LX, which other versions exist and where the same equipment flies.
Engines
On the 900LX
3 x Honeywell TFE731-60, 5,000 lbf each
Same family
TFE731 versions also power the Falcon 50, earlier Falcon 900 versions and the Learjet 70 and 75
Flight deck
On the 900LX
Dassault EASy, based on Honeywell Primus Epic, with autothrottle; head-up display and enhanced vision optional
Earlier
Falcon 900EX EASy, 2004 to 2009
Wing
On the 900LX
Aviation Partners blended winglets, the main change from the 900EX
The Falcon 900 family
| Falcon 900 / 900B |
First flight 1984, certified 1986 |
| Falcon 900EX / EX EASy |
Longer range; EASy flight deck from 2004 |
| Falcon 900LX |
900EX with blended winglets, delivered from 2010 |
Equipment and weights vary by serial number and upgrades. ICCJET checks the actual configuration of each aircraft.
The cabin
The cabin is 10.11 m long, 2.34 m wide and 1.88 m high, the same cross-section as the Falcon 7X, usually in three lounges. Typical layouts seat 12; up to 14 in a high-density layout.
History
History and production
| Falcon 900 first flight |
21 September 1984 |
| Falcon 900 certified |
1986 |
| Falcon 900EX EASy |
2004 to 2009 |
| Falcon 900LX announced |
EBACE 2008 |
| 900LX deliveries |
from 2010 |
Routes
Three nonstop routes in range
Paris to Miami
AirportsCDG to MIA
Distance3,980 nm
Still-air timeabout 8.7 h
Istanbul to Hong Kong
AirportsIST to HKG
Distance4,323 nm
Still-air timeabout 9.4 h
Istanbul to New York
AirportsIST to JFK
Distance4,334 nm
Still-air timeabout 9.4 h
Calculated great-circle distances and still-air times at 459 kn. Real flights depend on winds, payload, routing and fuel reserves. Check any route in the ICCJET Aircraft Route Planner.
FAQ
Dassault Falcon 900LX: questions
What is the range of the Falcon 900LX?
4,750 nm (8,797 km).
What is the difference between the Falcon 900EX and the 900LX?
The 900LX adds Aviation Partners blended winglets, which improve range and efficiency.
What engines does the Falcon 900LX use?
Three Honeywell TFE731-60 turbofans of 5,000 lbf each.
How big is the Falcon 900LX cabin?
10.11 m long, 2.34 m wide and 1.88 m high.
How many Falcon 900s have been built?
More than 500 across all versions.
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Istanbul
AirportsIST · SAW · ISL
Kazakhstan
AirportsALA · NQZ · CIT · GUW
International
DeparturesWorldwide on request
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Specifications are published reference figures. Individual aircraft vary by configuration and modifications. Page checked 16 October 2026.