Falcon 50EX

The Falcon 50EX first flew on April 10, 1996, piloted by Jean Bongiraud and Etienne Faurdessus. French certification followed in late 1996. US FAA certification came in 1997, and first customer delivery happened in January 1997.

The Dassault Falcon 50EX is a super midsize trijet certified by Dassault Aviation in 1996. It carries up to 10 passengers across a 3,350-nautical-mile range at 480 knots. Three Honeywell TFE731-40 engines with Digital Electronic Engine Control produce 3,704 lbf each, per Honeywell specification data. Maximum takeoff weight is 39,700 lbs and service ceiling is 49,000 feet.

Dassault announced the Falcon 50EX in 1995 to address specific operator requests. Three systems changed materially. The cabin and airframe did not.

The engines updated from TFE731-3-1C to TFE731-40. Each produces 3,704 lbf with Digital Electronic Engine Control. DEEC manages fuel flow, engine temperature, and thrust automatically. The result is better fuel efficiency and reduced pilot workload on engine management.

Per specifications, the TFE731-40 allows the 50EX to cruise at 480 ktas versus 470 ktas for the Falcon 50. Long-range cruise runs at 417 ktas. On a four-hour sector, the speed difference saves approximately four minutes.

The avionics moved from the older Collins suite to Collins Pro Line 4. Pro Line 4 integrates flight management, weather radar, and navigation into a single display architecture. The same system appeared in the Gulfstream G200 and Hawker 1000 of the same era.

Per documentation, the APU became standard equipment on the 50EX. An APU allows cabin systems, air conditioning, and electrics to run without ground power or main engines. The original Falcon 50 did not include an APU as standard.

The Falcon 50EX and Falcon 50 share the same cabin, the same trijet configuration, and the same charter rate. The practical differences show in the cockpit, the engines, and ground operations.

The 50EX is the right choice when the APU matters for pre-conditioning at remote airports. The Pro Line 4 cockpit is also more familiar to pilots transitioning from newer aircraft. The original Falcon 50 is the right choice when it is the available aircraft at the rate.

A super midsize jet trades higher cost for more cabin room and intercontinental range.

• More range: 3,350 nautical miles versus 2,000 to 2,600 nm for most midsize jets.
• More passengers: up to 10 versus 8 to 9 for most midsize aircraft.
• Trijet configuration: ETOPS exemption and engine-out margins unusual at this category.
• Faster cruise: 480 ktas is among the highest in the super midsize class.
• Best mission: transcontinental and short transatlantic routes for executive groups of 8 to 10.

The Falcon 50EX seats up to 10 passengers. Standard charter layouts run 8 to 9.

• A standard layout: a four-seat forward club, two facing seats with foldout tables, and a three-seat rear divan.
• Three closets provide storage for briefcases, suits, and coats.
• Cabin height at 5.9 feet; most passengers under 5 feet 9 inches stand fully upright.
• 14 cabin windows provide natural light across all seat rows.
• The APU allows the cabin to be pre-conditioned before passengers board, regardless of ground power availability.
• An enclosed aft lavatory includes a seat, bringing total capacity to 10 when occupied.

The Falcon 50EX cabin is 23.5 feet long, 6.1 feet wide, and 5.9 feet tall. This is identical to the Falcon 50. Cabin pressurization holds a 6,000-foot equivalent altitude at cruise, with 8.7 psi maximum differential. The aircraft seats up to 10 passengers with 115 cubic feet of baggage capacity.

For groups of 8 to 10 needing a modern trijet with updated cockpit avionics, the 50EX delivers the same cabin as the Falcon 50 with meaningfully improved systems. The APU and Pro Line 4 cockpit are the two most operationally relevant improvements.

The 3,350-nautical-mile range covers transcontinental domestic routes and select shorter transatlantic segments. New York to Los Angeles (2,450 nm) is comfortably within range.

The cost to charter a Falcon 50EX is typically $4,500 to $6,500 per flight hour. New York to Los Angeles one-way rental runs approximately $33,250 to $43,650. New York to Miami one-way charter price is approximately $19,250 to $26,250. Final all-in cost depends on operator, routing, positioning, and season. Fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate; landing fees, taxes, and repositioning are billed separately.

Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 for a current quote.

The hourly rate covers core operational costs. Additional fees are quoted separately.

• Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
• Two certificated pilots: required for all operations.
• Federal excise tax and segment fees: federally mandated, quoted separately.
• Positioning costs: charged if the aircraft must reposition to your departure airport.
• International handling fees: apply on Caribbean, Canada, and other international flights.

Contact Hogani Jets for current pricing and details.

The 50EX competes at the $4,500-6,500 rate tier. Its main distinction is the trijet configuration and the Pro Line 4 cockpit. The Gulfstream G200 offers a similar rate with a wider cabin and faster cruise.

Every Falcon 50EX charter coordinated by Hogani Jets is operated by an FAA Part 135 certificated direct air carrier holding full operational control of the flight. Each operator's certificate, insurance coverage, and safety record is independently reviewed before Hogani Jets coordinates a booking. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft.

The Falcon 50EX carries Collins Pro Line 4 avionics with integrated weather radar. Three independent TFE731-40 engines and fuel systems provide redundancy unusual in the super midsize category. Hogani Jets independently reviews every operator's certificate and safety record before coordinating any Falcon 50EX charter.

The Falcon 50EX suits transcontinental domestic routes and short transatlantic segments. The following Hogani Jets route pages cover its most common corridors.

• New York to Miami private jet charter
• Miami to Dallas private jet charter
• New York to Chicago private jet charter

Ready to book a Falcon 50EX charter or check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored quote. Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com.

How much does it cost to charter a Falcon 50EX?

Falcon 50EX charter rates typically run $4,500 to $6,500 per flight hour. New York to Los Angeles one-way runs approximately $33,250 to $43,650. Final cost depends on route, operator, positioning, and season.

What makes the Falcon 50EX different from the Falcon 50?

The 50EX updated the engines to Honeywell TFE731-40 with Digital Electronic Engine Control. It added Collins Pro Line 4 avionics and made the APU standard. The cabin dimensions, range, and charter rate are identical on both variants.

How many passengers can the Falcon 50EX carry?

The Falcon 50EX seats up to 10 passengers. Standard layouts run 8 to 9, with the 10th seat in the enclosed aft lavatory.

What engines does the Falcon 50EX use?

Three Honeywell TFE731-40 turbofan engines, each producing 3,704 lbf. Each engine uses Digital Electronic Engine Control for fuel and thrust management. This replaced the original TFE731-3-1C units from the Falcon 50.

Can the Falcon 50EX fly transatlantic?

At 3,350 nautical miles of published range, New York to London (3,462 nm) exceeds the Falcon 50EX's published range. Favorable winds and reduced payload can make the crossing viable in some conditions. Confirm fuel planning with Hogani Jets before booking any transatlantic sector.

How many Falcon 50EX aircraft were built?

101 Falcon 50EX aircraft were produced, plus one aircraft modified from a Falcon 50. Production ran from 1996 to 2008 at Dassault's Merignac facility.

Are empty leg flights available on the Falcon 50EX?

Yes. Repositioning flights create empty-leg opportunities on both Falcon 50 variants. Availability is short-notice and date-fixed; Hogani Jets recommends flexibility when pursuing empty-leg pricing.

Is Hogani Jets a direct air carrier?

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All Falcon 50EX charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 direct air carriers holding full operational and regulatory control.