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Dassault Falcon 8X
The Falcon 8X is chosen for long range combined with access to shorter or more demanding airports—but the individual aircraft, interior and mission matter more than the model name alone.
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Overview
What Can a Falcon 8X Actually Do?
The Falcon 8X combines true intercontinental range with airport flexibility that is unusual for an aircraft of its size. It is Dassault's current in-service long-range Falcon, certified and active in the charter market; the Falcon 10X above it remains in flight test.
The Dassault Falcon 8X is a three-engine long-range business jet, in service since 2016. Clients usually choose it when they want long range together with access to shorter or more demanding airports that larger ultra-long-range jets may not use.
As with any model, the individual aircraft matters more than the name. Layout, shower, connectivity, age and operator differ between aircraft. We confirm the actual aircraft against your route, passengers, luggage and airports.
Range
What Does 6,450 nm Actually Mean?
The published figure
Dassault publishes 6,450 nm with 8 passengers and standard fuel reserves. It is a maximum, not a promise.
Winds and season
Westbound winter headwinds can reduce what is possible nonstop. The operator plans each flight.
Payload
More passengers and luggage reduce the margin on the longest sectors.
Airports
Short, hot or high runways can limit take-off weight and therefore fuel.
Airports
Long Range, Flexible Airports
Why airports matter
The 8X's appeal is pairing long range with flexible airport performance. Whether a specific airport works is calculated per flight by the operator.
London City
Not assumed. Approvals for steep-approach operations are aircraft and operator specific; we confirm per flight.
Saint-Tropez / La Môle
A restricted short runway with its own approval requirements. Confirmed per flight; Toulon-Hyères or Nice are the usual alternatives.
Mountain airports
Airports such as Sion and Samedan have specific procedures and crew requirements. Confirmed per flight and per operator.
Island runways
Island airports can have short runways, limited handling and weather limits. Confirmed per flight.
Hot and high
Summer heat in the Gulf and Mediterranean can reduce performance. The operator calculates this per flight.
Cabin
Cabin, Shower, Sleeping, Baggage and Wi-Fi
Lounge areas
Dassault offers layouts with up to three lounge areas. Seating and arrangement vary by aircraft.
Shower
A shower is an option, not standard. Confirmed per aircraft.
Sleeping positions
Divans and seats can convert to berths. The berth count is lower than the seat count; confirmed per aircraft.
Passengers
Certified seating and comfortable seating differ. On overnight flights we usually plan fewer passengers than seats.
Baggage
The baggage compartment is accessible in flight. Real capacity depends on bag shapes, skis and golf bags; confirmed per flight.
Galley
Galley equipment varies. Catering is arranged per flight.
Crew rest
Long sectors may need a crew rest area; its presence is confirmed per aircraft.
Connectivity
Systems, coverage and data allowances vary. We confirm the installed system for your route.
Engineering
Three Engines and the Flight Deck
Three engines
The 8X uses three Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307D engines, a Dassault design tradition for long-range Falcons.
Flight deck
Dassault's EASy flight deck, with head-up and enhanced vision options depending on aircraft.
Digital flight controls
The 8X uses digital flight controls derived from Dassault's military programmes.
Missions
Falcon 8X Route Use Cases
Europe → US East Coast
A typical long-range mission. Westbound winter winds and payload are confirmed per flight.
Ski airports
Mountain procedures and crew requirements apply. Confirmed per flight.
Saint-Tropez
La Môle approval is not assumed; Toulon-Hyères and Nice are alternatives.
Destination pageMallorca
A straightforward Mediterranean destination for the 8X; slots and handling confirmed per flight.
Destination pageCompare
Falcon 8X vs Falcon 10X, Falcon 6X, Gulfstream and Global
| Aircraft | Range | Compared with the 8X |
|---|---|---|
| Falcon 8X | 6,450 nm source | Three engines; flexible airport performance. |
| Gulfstream G600 | 6,600 nm source | Gulfstream with slightly more range and up to four living areas. |
| Dassault Falcon 10X | Confirmed per aircraft | Dassault's future flagship: first flight 19 June 2026, still in certification. Not yet charterable; the 8X is the current in-service long-range Falcon. |
| Dassault Falcon 6X | 5,500 nm source | Twin-engine Falcon with a wider, taller cabin and less range. |
| Bombardier Global 7500 | 7,700 nm source | Ultra-long range and a four-zone cabin; less flexible on short runways. |
| Gulfstream G650ER | 7,500 nm source | More range; widely active in charter. |
| Gulfstream G700 | 7,750 nm source | A larger, cabin-first twin with more range; fewer short-field options. |
| Bombardier Global 8000 | 8,000 nm source | Range and speed flagship; a much larger aircraft for airport purposes. |
| Gulfstream G800 | 8,000 nm source | Much more range on a G650-size cabin; limited charter supply. |
| Bombardier Global 6500 | 6,600 nm source | A long-range Global with a three-zone cabin. |
Published maximums. Actual range depends on passengers, payload, weather, winds, reserves and conditions. The Falcon 10X is in development; no figures are shown until it enters service.
The aircraft matters
Why the Actual Aircraft Matters
Layout
Lounges, divans and shower differ between aircraft.
Age and refurbishment
Delivery year and interior refresh affect the experience.
Connectivity
System, coverage and data allowance vary.
Airport approvals
Some airports need specific aircraft, operator or crew approvals.
Operator
Every flight is operated by a licensed operator. LUND GROUP does not own aircraft.
Photos
We send photos of the specific aircraft, not brochure images.
Charter
Falcon 8X Charter Availability and Cost
- Flight time and route
- Positioning from the aircraft's base
- Crew overnights
- Airport, handling and overflight fees
- Catering and on-board requests
- Season and short-notice demand
- Aircraft age and specification
- One-way vs return
- De-icing and weather
Acquisition
Falcon 8X for Sale and Acquisition
Buying a Falcon 8X
We act on the buyer side to source aircraft that fit your mission and airports.
Pre-owned aircraft
Records, maintenance programmes, interior condition and inspections matter more than delivery year alone.
Owner and charter
Some owners place aircraft with a charter operator. Revenue and availability vary; we explain the trade-offs.
Related
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