Falcon 7X Description
Paving the way for business trijets, Dassault’s Falcon 7X is a revolutionary aircraft designed to provide exceptional performance and comfort. With over 200 Falcon 7X aircraft in service around the world today, the business jet is one of the most popular in the aviation industry.
At a total cabin volume of 1,552 cubic feet, the Falcon 7X comfortably seats 12 to 16 passengers in a three zone cabin. 28 large windows span the length of the cabin and provide each living area with plenty of natural light.
As the first business jet to use fighter jet technology, the Falcon 7X is powerful but elegant. It is not only controlled like a fighter jet, but is handled similarly as well.
The Falcon 7X is powered by three Pratt & Whitney engines, each producing 6,402 pounds of thrust. With the addition of the third engine, the 7X’s range is increased to 5,950 nautical miles and it can travel at a maximum operating speed of .90 Mach. Additionally, the Falcon 7X has a fuel consumption that is 15 to 30% lower than other jets in its class.
In the flight deck, Dassault Falcon’s EASy system significantly improves situational awareness and safety. Fly-by-wire provides intuitive responsiveness and precision and the Digital Flight Control System offers more precise handling.
A favorite within the private aviation community, the Falcon 7X is both powerful and luxurious.
Strengths
- Long-range capability for intercontinental trips
- Three cabin zones for working, dining and resting
- Useful airport flexibility, subject to runway and weight checks
- Pressurized baggage space with cabin access
- Sleeping arrangements available for overnight travel
Weaknesses
- Three engines add maintenance tasks and program costs
- Seating, beds, Wi-Fi and cabin condition vary between aircraft
- Published maximum range does not apply to every payload or weather condition
- High hourly and fixed costs for short trips or small groups
- Factory-new purchase is no longer a current-market option
Best use cases
- Transatlantic executive and family travel
- Overnight flights where sleeping space matters
- Multi-city business itineraries requiring separate cabin areas
- Long-distance trips for approximately 8–12 passengers
- Trips to suitable secondary airports with aircraft-specific performance checks