Dassault Falcon 50 / 50EX

A classic tri-jet with long-range performance, the Falcon 50 combines French elegance, robust engineering, and the ability to access airports beyond the reach of many rivals.

Dassault Falcon 50 tri-jet private aircraft parked on runway, 8–9 passenger long-range business jet with 6,200 km range
Dassault Falcon 50EX cabin interior with double-club seating for 8–9 passengers and enclosed lavatory

Introduction & Fun Facts

The Dassault Falcon 50, introduced in the late 1970s, set a new benchmark in private aviation as the first long-range business jet with three engines. Its tri-jet design allows excellent performance from short and challenging runways, making it a favorite for destinations with limited airport infrastructure.

The upgraded Falcon 50EX, launched in the mid-1990s, features improved engines and avionics, extending range and efficiency. With a maximum range of 6,200 km, the Falcon 50/50EX can connect Europe to Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia nonstop.

Fun fact: The Falcon 50 was the aircraft used by the French Air Force for presidential transport, highlighting its reputation for safety and prestige.

Cabin & Comfort

  • Seats: 8–9 passengers

  • Cabin Dimensions: 7.15 m (23 ft 5 in) length × 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) width × 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) height

  • Luggage Capacity: Fits up to 9 medium suitcases plus hand luggage

  • Layout: Double-club seating with divan (varies by operator)

  • Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory

  • Flight Attendant: Typically included on longer flights

The Falcon 50 offers a quiet and elegant cabin, balancing French refinement with practical design for transcontinental journeys.

Catering

Onboard catering ranges from light snacks and beverages on shorter trips to full multi-course meals, fine wines, and champagne on longer routes such as Paris–Dubai or Geneva–Lagos.

Performance & Specs

  • Range: up to 6,200 km (≈ 3,853 mi / 3,350 nm) — around 6.5 to 7 hours of flight

  • Cruising Speed: 850 km/h (≈ 528 mph / 459 knots)

  • Engines: 3 × Honeywell TFE731 turbofans

  • Take-off Distance: approx. 1,585 m (≈ 5,200 ft)

  • Maximum Ceiling: 14,325 m (47,000 ft)

Popular Routes & Prices

The Falcon 50/50EX excels on intercontinental flights requiring efficiency and flexibility.

  • Geneva – Lagos: from 55,000 EUR

  • Zurich – Baku: from 48,000 EUR

  • Paris Le Bourget – Dubai: from 52,000 EUR

Prices are indicative, subject to aircraft positioning, seasonality, and request preparation time.

Why Choose the Falcon 50 / 50EX

  • Unique tri-jet configuration for added safety and performance

  • Ability to operate from shorter runways and challenging airports

  • Proven reliability with over four decades of service

  • French craftsmanship combining comfort and style

Technical Data

  • Aircraft Type: Super-Midsize Jet

  • Manufacturer: Dassault Aviation

  • Range: 6,200 km (3,853 mi / 3,350 nm)

  • Cruise Speed: 850 km/h (528 mph / 459 knots)

  • Seats: 8–9 passengers

  • Cabin Dimensions: 7.15 m × 1.86 m × 1.80 m (23 ft 5 in × 6 ft 1 in × 5 ft 11 in)

  • Luggage Capacity: 9 medium suitcases plus hand luggage

  • Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory