Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Sovereign+ vs Dassault Falcon 50
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and Dassault Falcon 50: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Super Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 9 / 9
- Range
- 5,930 km / 6,200 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.7 m; the Dassault Falcon 50 offers 9 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 5,930 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ versus 6,200 km for the Dassault Falcon 50, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 850 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 $3,600/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and $3,600/hr for the Dassault Falcon 50. Takeoff runway guidance is 1120 m versus 1520 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 11 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and 13 for the Dassault Falcon 50 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 | Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Dassault Falcon 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Dassault |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 9 |
| Range | 5,930 km | 6,200 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 850 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,600/hr | $3,600/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.7 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1120 m | 1520 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 11 | 13 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Dassault Falcon 50 covers more distance (6,200 km vs 5,930 km). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 50 (13 vs 11).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ or the Dassault Falcon 50?
Published seating is 9 for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and 9 for the Dassault Falcon 50.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ or the Dassault Falcon 50?
Published range is 5,930 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and 6,200 km for the Dassault Falcon 50.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and the Dassault Falcon 50?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,600/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and $3,600/hr for the Dassault Falcon 50.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ vs the Dassault Falcon 50?
EmptyJet currently lists 11 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and 13 for the Dassault Falcon 50. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.