Heavy Jet · Comparison
Dassault Falcon 900EX vs Embraer Legacy 650
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Dassault Falcon 900EX and Embraer Legacy 650: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Heavy Jet
- Seats
- 12 / 13
- Range
- 8,300 km / 7,223 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Dassault Falcon 900EX is configured for 12 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Embraer Legacy 650 offers 13 seats and 1.8 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX versus 7,223 km for the Embraer Legacy 650, with cruise speeds of 880 km/h and 828 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and $4,400/hr for the Embraer Legacy 650. Takeoff runway guidance is 1675 m versus 1750 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 22 live public offers for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 16 for the Embraer Legacy 650 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 900EX | Embraer Legacy 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dassault | Embraer |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 12 | 13 |
| Range | 8,300 km | 7,223 km |
| Cruise speed | 880 km/h | 828 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,900/hr | $4,400/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1675 m | 1750 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 22 | 16 |
Key takeaways
The Embraer Legacy 650 seats more passengers (13 vs 12). On published range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX covers more distance (8,300 km vs 7,223 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Embraer Legacy 650 ($4,400/hr vs $4,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 900EX (22 vs 16).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Dassault Falcon 900EX or the Embraer Legacy 650?
Published seating is 12 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 13 for the Embraer Legacy 650.
Which has longer range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX or the Embraer Legacy 650?
Published range is 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 7,223 km for the Embraer Legacy 650.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Dassault Falcon 900EX and the Embraer Legacy 650?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and $4,400/hr for the Embraer Legacy 650.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Dassault Falcon 900EX vs the Embraer Legacy 650?
EmptyJet currently lists 22 empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 16 for the Embraer Legacy 650. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.