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Dassault Falcon 2000S: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
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Dassault Falcon 2000S: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
The Dassault Falcon 2000S, in production since 2011, is the short-field optimized member of the Falcon 2000 family and the variant that introduced full-span inboard slats to the platform. The 2000S was developed to provide operators with the unparalleled airfield access required for challenging airports (London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz) while delivering substantial value at a lower acquisition cost vs the longer-range Falcon 2000LXS. Powered by twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C turbofan engines (7,000 lbf each, identical to the 2000LXS), the 2000S features full-span inboard slats combined with outboard slats for unparalleled short-field access. The new Talon II combustors reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by 20% without sacrificing power. The 2000S delivers 3,350-3,515 nautical miles of range (less than the 2000LXS's 4,000 nm), Mach 0.86 maximum operating speed, 47,000 ft service ceiling, and the same exceptional short-field performance as the 2000LXS (4,675 ft balanced field length). The aircraft is operated by two pilots with seating typically for 10 passengers. The cabin features 31 ft length, 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) width, 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) stand-up height, 131 cu ft baggage, and 18 large windows - same as the 2000LXS. Honeywell EASy II 3-screen avionics with optional FalconEye Combined Vision System. The 2000S has been continuously offered alongside the 2000LXS as Dassault's value-optimized Falcon 2000 variant. Original new price: $25.9M (vs 2000LXS's $30.4M).
For operators wanting Dassault Falcon 2000 family heritage with short-field/steep approach capability and substantial value vs the longer-range 2000LXS, the Falcon 2000S represents the optimal short-range capability variant.
Falcon 2000S Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Large Cabin Jet - Current Production |
| Production Status | Active production (2011-Present) |
| Designation | Dassault Falcon 2000S |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Aviation |
| Service Entry | 2011 |
| Production Years | 2011 to Present |
| Family Heritage | Falcon 2000 series (700+ in service) |
| Sister Variant | Falcon 2000LXS (2013-Present, extended range) |
| Industry Distinction | Short-field/steep approach optimized Falcon 2000 |
| Original New Price (2014 era per Flying Magazine) | $25,900,000 |
| Crew | 2 pilots |
| Passengers (Typical) | 10 |
| Passengers (Max) | 12-19 |
| Engines | 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C turbofans |
| Thrust per Engine | 7,000 lbf (31.14 kN) |
| Total Thrust | 14,000 lbf |
| Engine Improvement | Talon II combustors (20% lower NOx) |
| Same Engine as 2000LXS | Yes |
| Wing Design | Full-span inboard slats + outboard slats |
| Wing Improvement Over 2000LX | Full-span inboard slats added |
| Avionics | Honeywell EASy II (3-screen) |
| Optional Avionics | FalconEye Combined Vision System (CVS) |
| Cabin Management System | FalconCabin HD+ |
| Connectivity | SatCom + High-speed Internet (FalconConnect optional) |
| Max Range | 3,350 to 3,515 nm |
| Range vs 2000LXS | Less than 2000LXS's 4,000 nm |
| Max Cruise Speed (Top) | Mach 0.86 |
| Max Cruise Speed (Normal) | ~458 kts (528 mph) |
| Typical Cruise | Mach 0.80 |
| Service Ceiling | 47,000 ft |
| Cabin Length | 31 ft |
| Cabin Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) |
| Cabin Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m - stand-up flat floor) |
| Cabin Volume | ~1,028 cu ft |
| Cabin Windows | 18 large windows |
| Cabin Sound Levels | 3 dB SIL quieter than predecessor (quietest in 2000 series, shared with 2000LXS) |
| Total Baggage Volume | 131 cu ft (in-flight accessible) |
| MTOW | ~42,800 lb |
| Balanced Field Length (MTOW) | 4,675 ft (industry-leading) |
| Landing Distance | 3,400 ft |
| Steep Approach Certified | Yes (London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz) |
History as the Short-Field Falcon 2000
The Falcon 2000S represents Dassault's strategic decision to introduce full-span inboard slats to the proven Falcon 2000 platform for unparalleled short-field/steep approach capability.
Platform timeline:
- 1995: Falcon 2000 service entry (CFE738 engines)
- 2003: Falcon 2000EX (PW308C engines)
- 2004: Falcon 2000EX EASy (Honeywell EASy avionics)
- 2007: Falcon 2000DX (modernized 2000EX EASy)
- 2007: Falcon 2000LX (Aviation Partners winglets)
- 2011: Falcon 2000S introduced (full-span inboard slats, short-field)
- October 2012: Falcon 2000LXS unveiled (combines LX + S)
- 2013: Falcon 2000LXS production
- 2011-Present: Falcon 2000S continued production alongside 2000LXS
The 2000S has been positioned as the value variant at $25.9M (2014 era) vs the 2000LXS's $30.4M, with both variants offering the same short-field capability.
Key Improvements Over Falcon 2000LX
The Falcon 2000S introduced industry-changing short-field capabilities:
1. Full-Span Inboard Slats
The defining 2000S improvement:
- Full-span inboard slats: Added to existing outboard slats
- Unparalleled short-field access: Per Dassault
- 4,675 ft balanced field length: vs 2000LX's 5,761 ft
- Steep approach access: London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz
- Industry-leading for class: Premium positioning
2. New Talon II Combustors
- 20% lower NOx emissions: Without power sacrifice
- Modern environmental standards: Industry-leading
- PW308C engines retained: Established proven
- Same engines as 2000LXS: Common platform
3. Same Modern Avionics as 2000LXS
- Honeywell EASy II (3-screen): Modern integration
- Optional FalconEye CVS: Industry-leading
- Same cabin technology as 2000LXS: FalconCabin HD+
- Modern systems: Established proven
4. Lower Acquisition Cost
- $25.9M (2014 era): vs 2000LXS's $30.4M
- $4.5M savings vs 2000LXS: Substantial cost advantage
- Same cabin, same short-field, less range: Optimal value
- Per Dassault: Strategic positioning
Cabin Interior
The Falcon 2000S cabin shares the wide-body Falcon 2000 design with the 2000LXS:
| Cabin Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 31 ft |
| Cabin Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) |
| Cabin Height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m - stand-up flat floor) |
| Cabin Volume | ~1,028 cu ft |
| Cabin Windows | 18 large windows |
| Cabin Sound | 3 dB SIL quieter (same as 2000LXS) |
| Total Baggage | 131 cu ft (in-flight accessible) |
Standard 10-Passenger Configuration
- Forward Galley: Standard
- Forward Lavatory: Fully enclosed
- Standard Club + Divan Configuration: Typical
- Up to 10 Passengers: Typical
- Up to 12-19 Passengers: Maximum per configuration
Cabin Features
Same as 2000LXS:
- Wide-body 7 ft 8 in cabin width: Industry-leading
- 6 ft 2 in stand-up cabin: Premium feature
- 31 ft cabin length: Substantial
- 1,028 cu ft cabin volume: Substantial
- 18 large windows: Flood cabin with natural light
- 3 dB SIL quieter: Quietest in Falcon 2000 series
- 131 cu ft baggage (in-flight accessible): Substantial
- FalconCabin HD+ CMS: Standard
- High-speed internet via FalconConnect: Available
- Advanced filtration system: Optional
- Dassault Design Studio aesthetics: Premium
Performance
Speed and Range
| Performance Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Operating Mach | 0.86 |
| Max Cruise (Normal) | ~458 kts (528 mph) |
| Typical Cruise | Mach 0.80 |
| Range | 3,350 to 3,515 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 47,000 ft |
Runway Performance
| Field Performance | Value |
|---|---|
| Balanced Field Length (MTOW) | 4,675 ft |
| Landing Distance | 3,400 ft |
| Steep Approach | London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz |
Typical Mission Examples
- New York to Los Angeles (~2,475 nm) - non-stop very comfortable
- New York to Mexico City (~2,000 nm) - very comfortable
- London to Cairo (~1,900 nm) - very comfortable
- Dubai to London City (~3,000 nm) - non-stop standard
- London to Moscow (~1,540 nm) - very comfortable
- Coast-to-coast U.S.: Standard
Engines
Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C turbofan engines, each producing 7,000 lbf (31.14 kN) of thrust (14,000 lbf total).
Key features:
- Same PW308C as 2000LXS: Established proven family
- New Talon II combustors: 20% lower NOx emissions
- No power sacrifice: Performance maintained
- PW300 family modern reliability: Established
- Continued through Falcon 2000 family: Platform heritage
Avionics: Honeywell EASy II + Optional FalconEye
Industry-leading avionics suite:
- Honeywell EASy II (3-screen): Modern integration
- Same as 2000LXS: Modern
- Optional FalconEye CVS: Industry-leading
- Modern flight management: Integrated
- Ergonomic design: Per Dassault
- Modern retrofits common: FANS 1/A, CPDLC, ADS-B Out
Operating Costs
| Cost Item | Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Fuel | $1,800 to $2,200 |
| Engine Reserve | $700 |
| Airframe Maintenance | $800 |
| Misc Variable | $400 |
| Total Variable Cost | ~$3,700 to $4,100/hr |
Annual operating budget at 450 hours: approximately $3.2 million all-in.
Operating cost advantages similar to 2000LXS:
- 20% less fuel than closest competitor: Per Dassault
- 1,000 ft less runway than closest competitor: Per Dassault
- Lowest operating costs in category: Per Dassault
Pricing
| Year Range | Price |
|---|---|
| 2024 to 2026 Falcon 2000S (Current List) | $26,000,000 to $28,000,000 (estimated) |
| 2020 to 2023 Falcon 2000S | $18,000,000 to $24,000,000 |
| 2017 to 2019 Falcon 2000S | $15,000,000 to $19,000,000 |
| 2011 to 2016 Falcon 2000S (Early Production) | $13,000,000 to $17,000,000 |
Original new list price (2011-2014): $25,900,000.
Mission Profile
Best fit profiles:
- Short-Range Operators: 3,350-3,515 nm range
- Step-Up From Smaller Bizjets: Wide-body cabin at attainable pricing
- Steep Approach Operators: London City standard
- Value-Optimized Buyers: Substantial savings vs 2000LXS
- Operators Valuing Wide-Body Comfort: 7 ft 8 in cabin width
- a major fractional operator/Fractional Operators: Established fleet platform
Less suited if:
- You need single-pilot certification (not certified)
- You require 4,000+ nm range (consider 2000LXS, 900LX, 6X)
- You want ultra-long-range (consider 7X, 8X)
- You require fly-by-wire (consider 7X, 8X, 6X)
Pros and Cons
What the Falcon 2000S Does Well
- 3,350-3,515 nm range
- Mach 0.86 max operating speed
- 47,000 ft service ceiling
- Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C engines
- New Talon II combustors (20% lower NOx)
- 7,000 lbf per engine
- Full-span inboard slats + outboard slats
- 4,675 ft balanced field length (industry-leading)
- 1,000 ft less runway than closest competitor
- Steep approach (London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz)
- Wide-body 7 ft 8 in cabin width
- 6 ft 2 in stand-up cabin
- 31 ft cabin length
- 1,028 cu ft cabin volume
- 18 large windows
- 3 dB SIL quieter cabin (quietest in 2000 series)
- 131 cu ft baggage (in-flight accessible)
- Honeywell EASy II 3-screen avionics
- Optional FalconEye CVS
- FalconCabin HD+ CMS
- Lowest operating costs in category
- Substantial savings vs 2000LXS ($4.5M list)
- Falcon 2000 family fleet validation (700+ aircraft)
- Dassault worldwide service network
Tradeoffs to Understand
- 3,350-3,515 nm less than 2000LXS's 4,000 nm
- No Aviation Partners Blended Winglets (vs 2000LXS)
- Two-pilot operation required
- EASy II avionics dated vs current EASy III (Falcon 6X)
- $25.9M+ list price substantial
- Twin-engine (vs trijet 900LX, 7X, 8X)
- Limited availability in pre-owned market (smaller fleet than 2000LXS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Falcon 2000S different from the Falcon 2000LXS?
Both share the same engines (PW308C with Talon II combustors), same cabin (7 ft 8 in width, 6 ft 2 in stand-up), same avionics (Honeywell EASy II 3-screen), same full-span inboard slats, and same steep approach certification. The key difference: the 2000LXS adds Aviation Partners Blended Winglets for 4,000 nm range vs the 2000S's 3,350-3,515 nm. The 2000S is the value variant at $25.9M (2014 era) vs the 2000LXS's $30.4M.
How is the Falcon 2000S different from the Falcon 2000LX?
The 2000S (2011) and 2000LX (2007-2013) are similar in design philosophy: the 2000LX has Aviation Partners winglets for 4,000 nm range; the 2000S has full-span inboard slats for short-field/steep approach. The 2000LXS (2013) combines both features. The 2000LX was discontinued in 2013, but the 2000S has continued production alongside the 2000LXS.
Why would you buy the Falcon 2000S vs the 2000LXS?
The Falcon 2000S is the optimal choice when: (1) Most missions are within 3,500 nm range. (2) You value the substantial acquisition cost savings (~$4.5M list difference). (3) You don't need transatlantic capability. (4) You operate primarily in continental or shorter-range missions where short-field/steep approach matters most. The 2000LXS is for operators who need both short-field AND extended range.
How many Falcon 2000Ss were built?
Estimates vary. The Falcon 2000S has been in continuous production since 2011 alongside the 2000LXS (since 2013), with both contributing to the Falcon 2000 family fleet of nearly 700 aircraft.
Is the Falcon 2000S single-pilot certified?
No. The Falcon 2000S requires two pilots.
What engines power the Falcon 2000S?
Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C turbofan engines, each producing 7,000 lbf (31.14 kN) of thrust. Same engines as the Falcon 2000LXS, with new Talon II combustors reducing NOx emissions by 20%.
Can the Falcon 2000S land at London City Airport?
Yes. The Falcon 2000S is certified for steep approach operations at London City Airport, plus Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz, and other challenging airfields. This is a standard capability shared with the Falcon 2000LXS.
What is the typical mission for the Falcon 2000S?
Typical Falcon 2000S missions include: U.S. coast-to-coast, Europe-to-Middle East, Europe-to-North Africa, intra-European, and other 3,000-3,500 nm range missions. The aircraft excels at missions requiring short-field/steep approach access without the extended-range requirements that would justify the 2000LXS's higher acquisition cost.
The Bottom Line
The Dassault Falcon 2000S represents Dassault's strategic decision to offer a short-field/steep approach optimized variant of the Falcon 2000 family at substantial value vs the longer-range 2000LXS. With full-span inboard slats combined with outboard slats for unparalleled short-field access (4,675 ft balanced field length), Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C engines with new Talon II combustors (20% lower NOx), Honeywell EASy II 3-screen avionics, optional FalconEye Combined Vision System, FalconCabin HD+ CMS, and the same proven wide-body Falcon 2000 cabin (7 ft 8 in width, 6 ft 2 in stand-up, 18 windows, 131 cu ft baggage), the 2000S delivers 3,350-3,515 nautical miles of range, Mach 0.86 maximum operating speed, and steep approach certification (London City, Aspen, Hilton Head, St-Moritz). The 2000S has been continuously offered alongside the 2000LXS since 2011, providing operators with substantial acquisition cost savings ($25.9M vs 2000LXS's $30.4M, 2014 era) when 4,000 nm range is not required. Falcon 2000 family fleet of nearly 700 aircraft validates the platform's commercial success.
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- Dassault Falcon 6X: New Generation Twin-Engine (5,500 nm, 102" Cabin)
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The Dassault Falcon 2000S is currently in active production. Aircraft available through Dassault Aviation and authorized brokers. Specifications accurate as of 2026.