Falcon 900LX Spec
Falcon 900LX Spec
Falcon 900LX Spec
July 2010
Specification
Falcon 900LX
DASSAULT
FALCON
FALCON 900LX
Aircraft
Specification
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Topic Page
Aircraft Description
General.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Certification............................................................................................................................................. 5
Layout..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Structure................................................................................................................................................. 5
Three view drawing................................................................................................................................. 6
Dimensions............................................................................................................................................. 7
• Airframe..................................................................................................................................... 7
• Cabin......................................................................................................................................... 7
• Landing Gear............................................................................................................................. 7
Limitations............................................................................................................................................... 8
• Weights...................................................................................................................................... 8
• CG Location.............................................................................................................................. 8
• Fuel Quantity............................................................................................................................. 8
• Speeds...................................................................................................................................... 8
• Altitude and Temperatures........................................................................................................ 8
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Guaranteed Performance....................................................................................................................... 9
• Approach Speed....................................................................................................................... 9
• Takeoff Distance........................................................................................................................ 9
• Landing Distance...................................................................................................................... 9
• Range........................................................................................................................................ 9
• Assumptions.............................................................................................................................. 9
Passenger Cabin
Interior layout.......................................................................................................................................... 10
General Description................................................................................................................................ 11
Entryway - Galley.................................................................................................................................... 11
Forward Lounge...................................................................................................................................... 11
Mid Cabin................................................................................................................................................ 11
Rear Lounge........................................................................................................................................... 11
Lavatory.................................................................................................................................................. 11
Baggage Compartment.......................................................................................................................... 11
Interior Finishing..................................................................................................................................... 11
Systems
Engines................................................................................................................................................... 12
Thrust Reverser....................................................................................................................................... 12
Fuel System............................................................................................................................................ 12
Hydraulic System.................................................................................................................................... 12
Flight Controls......................................................................................................................................... 12
Landing Gear.......................................................................................................................................... 13
Electrical System.................................................................................................................................... 13
Pneumatic System.................................................................................................................................. 13
Auxiliary Power Unit................................................................................................................................ 14
Ice and Rain Protection.......................................................................................................................... 14
Fire Protection System........................................................................................................................... 14
Oxygen System...................................................................................................................................... 14
Avionics................................................................................................................................................... 15
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aircraft description
GENERAL LAYOUT
The FALCON 900LX is a long range, high-performance, The FALCON 900LX is built from metal alloys and com-
large cabin business jet designed and produced by posite materials. It relies on a double-swept, Mach-
Dassault Aviation of France. The aircraft is powered optimized profile wing with the addition of advanced
by three Honeywell TFE731-60 turbofan engines. It is blended winglets designed by Aviation Partners Inc.
configured to hold 12 passengers in a standard con- Its tail assembly features a movable tail plane at the
figuration. Its Type III emergency exits qualify it to hold lower third of the fin. The aircraft’s avionics cabinets
up to 19 passengers. are located in the nose cone and under the floor in
the entryway area. The main entry door is located on
the left-hand side of the aircraft behind the flight deck.
CERTIFICATION An emergency exit is located in the mid-cabin on the
right-hand side. A stand-up lavatory and a large bag-
The FALCON 900LX is certified to Transport Category gage area with in-flight accessibility are located in the
Aircraft Standards by the European Aviation Safety aft cabin.
Agency (EASA) and by the United States Federal Avia-
The aircraft’s three engines are mounted at the rear
tion Administration (FAA).
of the fuselage with an "S" duct intake for the center
The FALCON 900LX meets EASA CS-25 and FAR Part engine located forward of the vertical fin. The center
25 Transport Category Aircraft requirements. engine includes a thrust reverser. Fuel is contained in
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The FALCON 900LX is approved for the following kinds structural tanks in both wings, the center wing box and
of operations: two (front and aft) fuselage tanks and one rear tank.
2.50 m
98.4 in
70 ft 2 in
21.38 m
25 ft 11 in - 7.90 m
66 ft 4 in - 20.21 m
14 ft 7.2 in
4.45 m
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aircraft description
DIMENSIONS
Airframe
Overall length 66 ft 4 in 20.21 m
Overall height 24 ft 9 in 7.55 m
Overall height with optional fin tip radome 25 ft 2 in 7.67 m
Span 70 ft 2 in 21.38 m
Sweep at quarterchord 29°/24° 50’
Gross wing area 527.4 ft2 49.00 m2
Aspect ratio 7.66
Mean aerodynamic chord 113.7 in 2.89 m
Cross Section (external) 98.4 in 2.50 m
Cabin
Cabin height 74 in 1.88 m
Cabin width (maximum) 92 in 2.34 m
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Landing Gear
Wheelbase 25 ft 11 in 7.90 m
Track 14 ft 7.2 in 4.45 m
Minimum turning radius
(with nose wheel steering at 60°) 47 ft 9.0 in 14.55 m
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aircraft description
LIMITATIONS
Weights Speeds
Maximum ramp weight............. 49,200 lb 22,315 kg Maximum Operating Speed (VMO).... 370 - 350 kias
Maximum takeoff weight.......... 49,000 lb 22,225 kg Maximum Operating Mach (MMO)..... .87 - .84
Maximum landing weight......... 44,500 lb 20,185 kg VFE: SF1 (Slats + flaps 7°)................. 200 kias
Maximum zero fuel weight....... 30,864 lb 14,000 kg VFE: SF2 (Slats + flaps 20°)............... 190 kias
Equipped empty weight*.......... 24,740 lb 11,220 kg VFE: SF3 (Slats + flaps 40°)............... 180 kias
* Based on standard configuration including unusable VLO: Landing gear operating............. 190 kias
fuel, engine oil, basic interior, standard avionics and
VLE: Landing gear extended.............. 245 kias
paint.
Airbrakes operating or extended........ no limitation
CG location
Altitude and Temperatures
CG limits: From 31% of Mean Aerodynamic Chord
(MAC) aft to 13% of MAC forward. Maximum operating altitude................ 51,000 ft
Airport pressure altitude (maximum)... 14,000 ft
Fuel Quantity
GUARANTEED PERFORMANCE
Takeoff Distance Assumptions
Balanced Field Length The performance data are based on these conditions:
(Maximum Takeoff Weight, Sea Level, ISA)
• Equipped empty weight: 24,740 lb (11,220 kg) with
49,000 lb (22,225 kg)....................... 5,360 ft (1,633 m)** standard configuration including paint.
• In accordance with EASA CS-25 and FAR Part 25
Range Transport Category Aircraft requirements, takeoff and
Basic Operating Weight landing performance data are calculated on the basis
(6 passengers, 2 crew, Sea Level, full fuel, NBAA IFR of a smooth, hard, dry-surfaced runway with zero
reserves LRC*, ISA, no wind) wind, no slope, and an anti-skid system in operation.
25,815 lb (11,710 kg)................. 4,750 nm (8,800 km)** • Range is determined by using the NBAA IFR fuel
reserves performed in still air at standard atmo-
Approach Speed (Vref) sphere. Includes climb, cruise at three flight levels
(maximum), and descent.
(FAR 91, 6 passengers, 2 crew, Sea Level, NBAA IFR • The fuel quantity allows (in addition to the planned
reserves) distance flown): 10 minutes of taxiing, 1 minute of
28,960 lb (13,136 kg).................. 110 kias* takeoff, and NBAA IFR reserves [(one approach,
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Interior layout
Magazine Rack
Single Seats
(20 in wide)
Mid-Cabin
Folding Stowable Multi-Purpose
Console Table Storage Cabinets
(28 in x 24 in)
Dining Seats
(20 in wide)
Executive Console
High/Low Dining/ Table (28 in x 18 in)
Conference Table
(46 in x 28 in)
Executive
Single Seat
Armrest Storage
Cabinet
Magazine Rack
3-Place Divan (76 in)
with Berthing Extension
& Life Raft Storage
Fire Extinguisher
Armrest Storage
Cabinet
Electric Flushing
Vanity Cabinet with Toilet with
Hot & Cold Water External Servicing
& Storage
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passenger cabin
General Description
The passenger cabin is soundproofed and insulated, and Mid cabin
measures 33 ft 2 in (10.11 m) in length including an aft
lavatory. It is configured with 12 passenger seats. Each On the left-hand side is a lounge including two pairs
individual passenger seat is provided with an ashtray and of 20-in seats separated by a 46 in x 28 in folding and
cupholder module, a cold air outlet and a reading light. A electrically hi-lo operating coffee/dining table. On the
stowable, folding console table is installed for each pair of right-hand side are multipurpose storage cabinets.
facing seats and the aft right-hand single seat.
Aft Cabin
Two indirect lighting systems provide general lighting
throughout the cabin. Table lights are also provided. On the left-hand side is a three place divan convertible
for berthing. On the other side is a 20-in seat, identical
Emergency equipment, including a first-aid kit, smoke
to those in the forward lounge, with a folding stowable
hood, life jackets vests and life rafts, are provided on
28 in x 18 in console table.
the aircraft. Oxygen masks are installed for all passen-
gers and in the lavatory.
Lavatory
A maintenance ladder is installed in the baggage com-
partment. The lavatory is equipped with an electric flushing toilet
on the right-hand and a vanity cabinet on the left-hand
Entryway - Galley side of the compartment. The vanity cabinet includes a
sink with hot and cold running water.
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The aircraft main entry door is located on the forward, The external toilet-servicing connector is located on
left-hand side of the fuselage. Two crew closets, one the right-hand side of the compartment. The galley and
left-hand and one right-hand, are installed forward of the lavatory are supplied through a centralized water
the door. system, which can be drained externally. It also has an
A 36-in galley-bar cabinet and a 25-in main cabin internal filler cap and gauge.
closet are located on the right-hand side of the cabin To ensure privacy, the lavatory compartment is sepa-
and opposite the entry door. It offers adequate work rated from the cabin by a door.
surfaces and includes:
• an automatic cappuccino/espresso coffee machine with Baggage Compartment
hot/cold water spigot and dedicated remote water tank,
• an extra wide high temperature oven The compartment’s volume is 127 ft3 (3.6 m3). Access
• two chests (ice and cold) to the baggage compartment is available from inside
or outside the aircraft. The compartment is lined and
• storage drawers
features garment hanger racks in the forward area and
• a trash container folding shelves to maximize baggage storage.
• a sink supplied with hot and cold water supply
• glass storage racks. Interior Finishing
On the left-hand side, beside the door, is a 30 in auxil- The cabin provides generous proportions for comfort
iary galley/entertainment cabinet which includes: and ease of movement during lengthy flights. Each
• Entertainment equipment interior is finished with:
• Microwave oven
Headliner, Flight deck: .................... Ultra Leather/suede
• Storage drawers
Headliner, Main Cabin: ................... Ultra Leather/suede
• 4 Atlas tray carriers
Window Panels, Shades: ....Fabric/Ultra Leather/suede
Forward Cabin Service Ledges, Main Cabin: ............................. Leather
Lower Sidewalls, Main Cabin: . ...............Leather/Fabric
The forward lounge features four (20 in wide) individual Carpet:.................................... High-Quality, 100% Wool
seats arranged in facing pairs on the left and right-hand Bulkheads & Doors: . .................................Wood Veneer
sides of the cabin. Cabinetry: ............................ Wood Veneer & Laminates
Each seat includes floor tracking, base tracking, side Metal Finish: .................................... Brushed Aluminum
tracking, swivel, full flat recline (berthing), integral Tables: .............................Composite with Wood Veneer
headrests and retractable armrests, electrically con- Seats: .................................................Fabrics or Leather
trolled lumbar.
Closet/Baggage Compartment Lining: .......... Grospoint
Each pair of seats is provided with a folding, stowable
28 in x 24 in console table.
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systems
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The rudder and ailerons can be trimmed using electri- The FALCON 900LX’s electrical system is a 28-Volt DC sys-
cal actuators that adjust the neutral position of the AFU tem. Electrical generation is provided by three 9 kW engine-
on the respective linkages. To accomplish pitch trim, two driven starter generators (one on each engine), a 9 kW
electric motors drive a jackscrew that displaces the sta- starter generator driven by the APU (Auxiliary Power Unit,
bilizer around a hinge point. on ground only), by external power and by two batteries.
The airbrakes and slats are hydraulically actuated. The Sources available in flight are:
flaps may be operated in increments by a jackscrew - Three engines-driven starter generators
powered by a hydraulic motor. - Two batteries
At high angles of attack, automatic extension and/or Batteries will provide electricity for a 73 minutes flight in
retraction of outboard and inboard slats is actuated by case of electrical starter generators total loss.
two angle of attack transmitters. A 28-Volt DC ground power receptacle with over-volt-
Airbrakes feature an automatic extension control age protection enables electricity to be supplied from
device upon landing. an external power source for routine maintenance pur-
poses and as an alternate method for starting engines.
The two 36 A/h nickel-cadmium batteries provide for on
LANDING GEAR ground APU and in-flight engine starts.
The three engine-driven starter generators supply power
The landing gear is a retractable tricycle-type with dual
to three independent bus bars (LH, RH and starting bus),
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Avionics
The FALCON 900LX is equipped with the FALCON EASy Flight Deck which is based on the Honeywell Primus EPIC
platform. The avionics system encompasses:
Communications
VHF Communications system 2 Honeywell
HF Communications system 2 Rockwell Collins
Flight Deck audio system 2 Honeywell
• inc. Radio, Intercom and SELCAL functions
Microphone 2 LEM
Headset 2 Telex
Emergency Locator Beacon (Tri-frequency) 1 Elta
Navigation
VOR / ILS / Marker Navigation System 2 Honeywell
ADF 2 Honeywell
Global Positioning Systems (GPS) 2 Honeywell
Flight Management Systems (FMS) 2 Honeywell
Pulse
Weather Radar 1 Honeywell
DME 2 Honeywell
Mode S Transponder 2 Honeywell
Radio Altimeter 1 Honeywell
TCAS II 1 ACSS
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systems
Reference Sensors
Air Data System 2 Honeywell
Standby Magnetic Compass 1 Smiths
Secondary Flight Display 1 Meggitt
Micro Inertial Reference Unit 2 Honeywell
Recording
Cockpit Voice Recorder 1 Honeywell
Solid-State Flight Data Recorder 1 Honeywell
Complementary Systems
Central Maintenance Computer 1 Honeywell
Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning 1 Honeywell
Rechargeable Flashlight 2 DME
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