Cessna Citation Latitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000LXS

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Quick answer

Cessna Citation Latitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000LXS: Dassault Falcon 2000LXS wins on more measurable specs (5 of 5 categories). Cessna Citation Latitude has 2,700 NM range and 446 kt cruise. Dassault Falcon 2000LXS has 4,000 NM range and 480 kt cruise.

Head-to-head specs

Cessna Citation Latitude
Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
Manufacturer
Textron Aviation
Dassault
Type
medium jet
medium jet
Engines
2
2
Max Pax
9 pax
10 pax
Range
2,700 nm
4,000 nm
Cruise Speed
446 kt
480 kt
Service Ceiling
45,000 ft
47,000 ft
MTOW
14,175 kg
19,414 kg
Type Rating
Required
Required

Cessna Citation Latitude

Midsize business jet with flat-floor cabin. Stand-up height and excellent range make it a popular corporate transport.

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Dassault Falcon 2000LXS

French wide-body medium jet with excellent short-field capability. Popular with European corporate operators.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is faster, Cessna Citation Latitude or Dassault Falcon 2000LXS?

Dassault Falcon 2000LXS cruises faster β€” Cessna Citation Latitude at 446 kt vs Dassault Falcon 2000LXS at 480 kt.

Which has longer range?

Dassault Falcon 2000LXS flies farther β€” Cessna Citation Latitude 2,700 NM vs Dassault Falcon 2000LXS 4,000 NM.

Do both require a type rating?

Cessna Citation Latitude: Type rating required. Dassault Falcon 2000LXS: Type rating required.

Which is harder to fly?

Difficulty depends on transition experience. At least one of these requires a type rating, which involves a 4-6 week course in a Level D simulator.

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