Dassault Falcon 2000: how 409 jets are really flown
The busiest 5% made more than 18 flights a month and the quietest 5% fewer than 3: over six times as many, on the same type.
The harder end, one aircraft in twenty, is at 92% or more; the easier end near none.
For the easiest-used 5%, a short runway is rare: 7% of departures or fewer. At the harder end, 65% or more leave from one.
The hardest-worked 5% log 18 flights a month or more; the easiest-used, 3 or less. The middle aircraft sits at 7.
Fatigue
What each landing and pressurization cycle costs the structure: landings per hour and short hops.
The middle Falcon 2000 flies 1.7 hours for every landing. One in twenty lands every 1.2 hours or sooner, the most cycles for its time.
Middle half 1.4–1.9 : 1Harder end: 5% at 1.2 : 1 or lessEasier end: 5% at 2.4 : 1 or more
Middle half 22–42%Harder end: 5% at 58% or moreEasier end: 5% at 11% or less
Middle half 373–690 nmLowest 5%: 221 nm or lessHighest 5%: 931 nm or more
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Spread of trip lengths
All 409 Falcon 2000sThe data behind it
Every measure for the 409 North America Falcon 2000s, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026.| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Hours per landing Each aircraft’s average flight hours per landing | 1.7 : 1 | 1.4–1.9 : 1 |
| Short hops Share of legs under 300 nm | 32% | 22–42% |
| Leg length Median leg | 523 nm | 373–690 nm |
Corrosion
What the air around it does overnight: salt, damp and freeze–thaw.
The middle Falcon 2000 spends 1% of its nights within 2 km of the coast. One in twenty spends 27% or more of them there.
Middle half 0–3%Harder end: 5% at 27% or moreEasier end: 5% at 0%
Middle half 5.4–8.4 hHarder end: 5% at 11.2 h or moreEasier end: 5% at 3.0 h or less
Middle half 3–19%Harder end: 5% at 32% or moreEasier end: 5% at 0%
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Salt air across the fleet
299 Falcon 2000sThe data behind it
Every measure for the 299 of the 409 North America Falcon 2000s with enough nights at known fields, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (5 on their record since 1 Jan 2025: too few in the 12 months).| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Salt air Nights within 2 km of the coast | 1% | 0–3% |
| Near the coast Nights within 10 km of the coast | 8% | 3–38% |
| Damp air Hours a day at 80% humidity or more, above freezing | 6.7 h | 5.4–8.4 h |
| Freeze–thaw Nights that froze and thawed within the day | 8% | 3–19% |
| Moisture in the air Average absolute humidity overnight | 9.1 g/m³ | 7.6–10.9 g/m³ |
Engines and brakes
What departures ask of engines, brakes and tires: heat and height, and runway length.
The middle Falcon 2000 leaves from a short runway on 25% of its departures. One in twenty does on 65% or more.
Middle half 14–42%Harder end: 5% at 65% or moreEasier end: 5% at 7% or less
Middle half 1–8%Harder end: 5% at 29% or moreEasier end: 5% at 0%
Middle half 1,042–1,875 ftHarder end: 5% at 3,135 ft or moreEasier end: 5% at 444 ft or less
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Runway margin at departure
32,446 departuresThe data behind it
Every measure for the 409 North America Falcon 2000s, 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026 (3 on their record since 1 Jan 2025: too few departures in the 12 months).| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Short runways Departures where the longest runway was under 1.25× the takeoff distance | 25% | 14–42% |
| Hot, high takeoffs Departures at 5,000 ft density altitude or more | 4% | 1–8% |
| Density altitude Typical density altitude at takeoff | 1,396 ft | 1,042–1,875 ft |
Utilization
How steadily the fleet is used: flights, flying days and estimated hours.
The middle Falcon 2000 made 7 flights a month. The busiest 5% made 18 or more, the quietest 3 or fewer.
Middle half 4.5–9.7Harder end: 5% at 17.6 or moreEasier end: 5% at 2.8 or less
Middle half 3.4–6.7Harder end: 5% at 10.3 or moreEasier end: 5% at 2.2 or less
Middle half 91–200 hHarder end: 5% at ≈332 h or moreEasier end: 5% at ≈54 h or less
Context, not graded: the tint marks the harder and easier end of the fleet.
Month by month
12 monthsMedian flights per aircraft that flew that month · darker bar is the busiest month, March 2026
The data behind it
Every measure for the 409 North America Falcon 2000s, every active aircraft (no 40% tracking floor here: on this type it would change which aircraft are compared, not just drop undercounted ones), 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026.| Measure | Fleet median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Flights a month In the months it flew | 6.5 | 4.5–9.7 |
| Days flown a month Days with at least one flight | 4.7 | 3.4–6.7 |
| Estimated hours a year From time in the air | ≈135 h | 91–200 h |
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Enter a tail number to place it against these 409 aircraft. TailCheck grades it on Fatigue, Corrosion, Engines and brakes, and Utilization, with every percentile shown.
Where Falcon 2000s are based and fly
Teterboro is home to more Falcon 2000s than any other field, 13 of the 366 with a home base.
McCarran–Van Nuys is the busiest route: 142 flights by 21 different aircraft.
Where Falcon 2000s are based
| Field | Share | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| Teterboro | 13 | |
| Arapahoe | 12 | |
| Dallas Love | 9 | |
| Oakland | 9 | |
| Palm Beach | 8 | |
| Aurora State | 8 |
Busiest Falcon 2000 routes
| Between | Flights |
|---|---|
| McCarran ⇄ Van Nuys | 142 flights |
| Washington Dulles ⇄ Teterboro | 122 |
| McCarran ⇄ Reno/Tahoe | 111 |
| Oakland ⇄ Teterboro | 110 |
| Henderson ⇄ Van Nuys | 105 |
| Palm Beach ⇄ Teterboro | 98 |
Longest Falcon 2000 flights
| Between | Distance · time |
|---|---|
| Dublin → Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum | 3,205 nm · 7 h 19 min |
| Abu Dhabi Bateen → Dublin | 3,201 nm · 9 h 00 min |
| Washington Dulles → Luton | 3,182 nm · 7 h 04 min |
| Portland Jetport → Zurich | 3,177 nm · 6 h 37 min |
| Amsterdam Schiphol → Morristown | 3,173 nm · 7 h 22 min |
Busiest Falcon 2000s this year
The busiest Falcon 2000 made 32 flights a month, four times the middle aircraft.
Even the tenth on this list made 20.
Ranked by flights a month · updated monthly
| # | Tail | Variant | Base | Flights a month | Estimated hours a year | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N812RX | Falcon 2000LXS | Theodore Francis Green State | 32 | 596 h | Check this tail → |
| 2 | N327RX | Falcon 2000LXS | Theodore Francis Green State | 31 | 586 h | Check this tail → |
| 3 | N214TF | Falcon 2000LXS | Theodore Francis Green State | 28 | 523 h | Check this tail → |
| 4 | N5379F | Falcon 2000 | Akron-Canton | 27 | 385 h | Check this tail → |
| 5 | N881CE | Falcon 2000LXS | McCarran | 27 | 520 h | Check this tail → |
| 6 | N887CE | Falcon 2000LXS | McCarran | 26 | 414 h | Check this tail → |
| 7 | N1897S | Falcon 2000LX | Akron-Canton | 25 | 447 h | Check this tail → |
| 8 | N70TF | Falcon 2000LXS | Spirit of St Louis | 23 | 456 h | Check this tail → |
| 9 | N623HD | Falcon 2000 | Akron-Canton | 22 | 364 h | Check this tail → |
| 10 | N541Z | Falcon 2000LXS | Bradley | 20 | 378 h | Check this tail → |
Falcon 2000 vs other aircraft of its size
Medians for each North America fleet, same window and method.
Of the 5 types in its size group, it flies least often.
| Type | Tracked | Flights a month | Hours a year | Median leg | Hours per landing | Short hops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 2000 | 409 | 6.5 | 135 h | 523 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 32% |
| Bombardier Challenger 300/350 | 755 | 9.8 | 194 h | 481 nm | 1.6 : 1 | 35% |
| Bombardier Challenger 600 series | 501 | 8.2 | 180 h | 498 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 34% |
| Gulfstream GIV/G450 | 495 | 8.5 | 189 h | 560 nm | 1.9 : 1 | 33% |
| Cessna Citation X | 256 | 10.5 | 195 h | 607 nm | 1.7 : 1 | 29% |
Falcon 2000 vs Challenger 300/350 →Falcon 2000 vs Challenger 600 series →Falcon 2000 vs Falcon 900 →Falcon 2000 vs Praetor 600 →Falcon 2000 vs G280 →
Do older Falcon 2000s fly differently?
Age matters: by year built, the median Falcon 2000 in each band flew between 90 and 185 estimated hours a year.
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| Serial block | Built | Tracked | Hours a year | Median leg | Short hops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001–44 | 1976–96 | 21 | 102 h | 523 nm | 35% |
| 036–109 | 1997–99 | 32 | 90 h | 526 nm | 33% |
| 01–206 | 2000–02 | 45 | 129 h | 531 nm | 34% |
| 02–222 | 2003–05 | 56 | 120 h | 476 nm | 34% |
| 70–603 | 2006–08 | 59 | 145 h | 506 nm | 32% |
| 161–243 | 2009–11 | 34 | 118 h | 471 nm | 28% |
| 239–724 | 2012–14 | 32 | 144 h | 549 nm | 29% |
| 284–739 | 2015–17 | 32 | 138 h | 527 nm | 24% |
| 062–748 | 2018–20 | 24 | 185 h | 529 nm | 30% |
| 375–422 | 2021–25 | 25 | 146 h | 521 nm | 33% |
US-registered aircraft only: the FAA registry gives serial number and year of manufacture for 360 of the 409 we track. Built = year of manufacture. Avionics upgrades are fitted by modification and the registry doesn’t show them, so check an aircraft’s records.
Falcon 2000: the variants on paper
One page covers all three variants: the tracking data doesn’t tell them apart.
On paper they differ in weights and fuel. Certified figures come from the type certificate data sheet; the rest are the manufacturer’s.
| Measure | Falcon 2000 | Falcon 2000EX | Falcon 2000LXS | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight (certified) | 35,800–36,500 lb | 40,700–42,800 lb | 42,800 lb | EASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.29 — Falcon 2000: 35,800 lb (without M57 and M59) · 36,500 lb (with M57); Falcon 2000EX: 40,700 lb (without M1826) · 41,300 lb (with M1826) · 42,200 lb (with M1826 and M1842) · 42,800 lb (with M1826, M1842 and M3622 (or SB329)) |
| Maximum ramp weight (certified) | 36,000–36,700 lb | 40,900–43,000 lb | 43,000 lb | EASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.29 — Falcon 2000: 36,000 lb (without M57 and M59) · 36,700 lb (with M57); Falcon 2000EX: 40,900 lb (without M1826) · 41,500 lb (with M1826) · 42,400 lb (with M1826 and M1842) · 43,000 lb (with M1826, M1842 and M3622 (or SB329)) |
| Fuel capacity (certified) | 12,099–12,155 lb | 16,045–16,730 lb | 16,045–16,730 lb | EASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.27 — Falcon 2000: 12,155 lb (without M3072) · 12,099 lb (with M3072 (SB 358)); Falcon 2000EX: 16,045 lb (without M1826) · 16,730 lb (with M1826, without M3072) · 16,674 lb (with M1826 and M3072 (SB171)); Falcon 2000LXS: 16,045 lb (without M1826) · 16,730 lb (with M1826, without M3072) · 16,674 lb (with M1826 and M3072 (SB171)) |
| Range (manufacturer) | — | — | ≈ 4,000 nm | Manufacturer (press release, June 2020) |
| Takeoff distance (manufacturer) | — | — | 4,675 ft | Manufacturer (press release, June 2020) |
| Passengers | Up to 19 certified | Up to 19 certified | Up to 19 certified | EASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.17 |
| Fuel capacity, US gallons (approx.) | ≈ 1,810 US gal | ≈ 2,390–2,500 US gal | ≈ 2,390–2,500 US gal | From the certified pounds at 6.7 lb per US gallon of Jet A; actual density varies with temperature |
| Length (manufacturer) | — | — | 66 ft 4 in | Manufacturer (press release, June 2020) |
| Wingspan (manufacturer) | — | — | 70 ft 2 in | Manufacturer (press release, June 2020) |
| Height (manufacturer) | — | — | 23 ft 4 in | Manufacturer (press release, June 2020) |
What the Falcon 2000’s certification file says
Regulators publish an operational evaluation for each type: how pilots must be rated and trained, and what training must stress.
Here is what the Falcon 2000 files say, each item with its source.
Crewing a Falcon 2000
| Item | What the file says |
|---|---|
| Type rating | Falcon 2000: Falcon 2000/2000EX; Falcon 2000EX: Falcon 2000/2000EX (EASy-equipped DX/LX: Falcon 2000EX EASy); Falcon 2000LXS: Falcon 2000EX EASy, covering the Falcon 2000EX EASy and Falcon 2000DX and Falcon 2000LX and Falcon 2000LXS and Falcon 2000SEASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.20 |
| Minimum crew | 2 pilotsEASA TCDS EASA.A.008 Issue 13, p.17 |
Sources
| Document | Revision |
|---|---|
| EASA TCDS A.008 — Dassault Falcon 2000 | EASA · Issue 13 · 15 Sep 2026 |
| ANAC Operational Evaluation Report — Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | ANAC · Original · 1 Nov 2013 |
Chartering a Falcon 2000
104 of the 409 North America Falcon 2000s we track are on our charter list (25%).
Charter aircraft flew a median 168 estimated hours a year on 7 flights a month; the rest flew 125 hours on 6.
Where charter Falcon 2000s are based
| Field | Share | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 8 | |
| Teterboro | 8 | |
| Addison | 4 | |
| Akron-Canton | 4 | |
| Dallas Love | 4 | |
| Clark | 4 |
Charter status is our own list, built from FAA records and public listings of charter aircraft. No charter rates: prices depend on the operator and the trip. Check a specific aircraft’s record with its tail number before you book.
Falcon 2000 questions
How many hours a year does a Falcon 2000 fly?
The median North America Falcon 2000 flies about 135 estimated hours a year; the middle half sits between 91 and 200. About 1 in 20 flies more than 332.
How often does a Falcon 2000 fly?
7 flights a month on 5 flying days at the median. About 1 in 20 makes more than 18 flights a month.
How long is a typical Falcon 2000 flight?
The median leg is 523 nm. About 1 in 20 aircraft average more than 931 nm a leg.
How often do Falcon 2000 aircraft use short runways?
At the median, 25% of departures are from fields whose longest runway is under 1.25 times the type’s takeoff distance. About 1 in 20 keep it to 7% or less.
Is a high-hours Falcon 2000 a bad buy?
Not by itself. High hours on long legs are gentler on the structure than the same hours on short hops. Look at hours per landing and short-hop share alongside hours.
Can a Falcon 2000 fly across the Atlantic?
Yes. The manufacturer quotes 4,000 nm for the Falcon 2000LXS. In our tracking window, 75 of the 409 North America aircraft flew 167 nonstop crossings between the Americas and Europe or Africa. The busiest were Bangor–Paris-Le Bourget (7 flights), Farnborough–Bangor (5 flights), Cardiff–Westchester (3 flights).
Where are most Falcon 2000 aircraft based?
In North America, Teterboro is home to the most, followed by Arapahoe and Dallas Love. A base is the field an aircraft touches on most of its flying days, month after month.
Cite this data
The Aircraft Ledger. “Dassault Falcon 2000 fleet statistics.” Data to 31 July 2026. theaircraftledger.com/aircraft/dassault/falcon-2000
Method: Dassault Falcon 2000 aircraft with most departures in North America and at least 20 tracked flights in the latest twelve full months. Flight measures, bases, routes and rankings use ADS-B tracking 1 Aug 2025 – 31 Jul 2026; corrosion and engines-and-brakes exposure use the same twelve months, or an aircraft’s record since 1 Jan 2025 when it had too few nights or departures in them. Estimated hours from time in the air. Tracking misses some flights, so counts and hours are minimums. ADS-B coverage grew over the window, so we don’t compare one year with the last. Tracking can’t tell one variant from another; the variant split, the busiest table’s variants and the age table use the FAA registry, so they cover US-registered aircraft only. We assume the longest runway at each field, so short-runway figures are conservative. Corrosion measures cover the aircraft we can place on enough nights. Charter status is our own list, built from FAA records and public listings of charter aircraft. About our data