By Dr. Omar Memon
Some of these jets have multiple world records for performance.
Summary
- Dassault Falcon 8X reaches Mach 0.9, featuring 3 engines and a range of 7,425 miles.
- Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G650ER both have a top speed of Mach 0.925.
- Cessna Citation X+ offers a speed of Mach 0.935 and set world speed records.
Private jets are known to fly faster and at much higher altitudes than commercial airliners. With private aviators on the rise, Simple Flying compiled a list of the fastest private jets available on the market in 2024. The information in the article is based on data from individual aircraft’s performance characteristics and specifications.
5 Dassault Falcon 8X
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.9 (516 knots, 594 mph, 956 km/h)
| Performance characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 16 |
| Power plants | 3x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307D turbofan engines |
| Thrust per engine | 6,722 lbf (29.9 kN) |
| Operational range | 6,450 NM (7,425 miles, 11,945 km) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.8 (459 knots, 528 mph, 850 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
First delivered in 2016, the Dassault Falcon 8X is derived from the 7X with an extended range, achieved through increased fuel capacity, aerodynamic performance enhancements, and engine optimization. The Dassault Falcon 7X, 8X, and 900 are the only business jets in production featuring three engines. It is one of the fastest jets in the French manufacturer’s portfolio, reaching a top speed of Mach 0.9.
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According to Dassault Aviation,
“The 6,450 nm (11,945 km) Falcon 8X provides a unique combination of efficiency, flexibility, long range and quiet, spacious comfort. All perfectly balanced for a flying experience that exceeds expectations. It seamlessly incorporates Dassault's deep expertise in fighter-derived digital flight controls; ultra-efficient, extra long-range performance; sound reduction technology and adaptable interior spaces.”
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4 Bombardier Global 7500
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.925 (531 knots, 611 mph, 983 km/h)
| Performance characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 19 |
| Power plants | 2x Rolls-Royce BR725 turbofan engines |
| Thrust per engine | 16,900 lbf (75.2 kN) |
| Operational range | 7,500 NM (8,600 miles, 13,900 km) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.9 (516 knots, 594 mph, 956 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
It is the largest business jet in the Bombardier Global family of jets. Boasting speeds equivalent to Mach 0.925, the Global 7500 is the longest-range aircraft currently available on the market. The aircraft performed its first flight in 2016 and entered service in December 2018. Two General Electric Passport engines power the aircraft, generating 18,920 lbf (84.2 kN) each.
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According to Bombardier Aerospace,
“The Global 7500 aircraft stands alone as the world’s largest and longest range business jet. Within its luxurious interior are four true living spaces, a full size kitchen and a dedicated crew suite. Elevate your flight experience and discover the uninhibited freedom and tailored luxury of the Global 7500 aircraft—a new class of business jet.”
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3 Gulfstream G650ER
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.925 (531 knots, 611 mph, 983 km/h)
| Performance characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 19 |
| Power plants | 2x Rolls-Royce BR725 turbofan engines |
| Thrust per engine | 16,900 lbf (75.2 kN) |
| Operational range | 7,500 NM (8,600 miles, 13,900 km) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.9 (516 knots, 594 mph, 956 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
The Gulfstream G650ER is the extended range version of the original G650 with an increased MTOW and increased fuel capacity. The fuel capacity allows an additional 500 NM (900 km). The aircraft has a maximum speed of Mach 0.925 (531 knots, 611 mph, 983 km/h). The G650ER holds the record of the farthest fastest flight in the business aviation industry. Moreover, the aircraft has numerous other performance records.
Photo: Gulfstream Aerospace
According to Gulfstream,
“With more than 500 aircraft in service and 125-plus world speed records, the G650 and G650ER are among the most trusted business jets in the world.”
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2 Cessna Citation X+
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.935 (536 knots, 617 mph, 993 km/h)
| Performance characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 12 |
| Power plants | 2x Rolls-Royce AE3007C2 turbofan engines |
| Thrust per engine | 7,035 lbf (31.3 kN) |
| Operational range | 3,460 NM (3,980 miles, 6,410 km) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.91 (528 knots, 610 mph, 978 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
The Cessna Citation X+ is a midsize business jet which entered production in 2012. As an upgrade to the Citation X, the X+ offers a slightly stretched cabin, a new swept wing, and upgraded systems. The aircraft has a MTOW of 36,000 lb (16,600 kg) and offers an operational range of 3,460 NM (3,980 miles, 6,410 km). The manufacturer has delivered 330 examples between the two variants.
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According to Textron Aviation,
“The Citation X®+ set a milestone, establishing the world’s fastest general aviation speed record over a recognized course. The long-range business jet averaged just under 606 miles per hour at 39,000 feet flying from Seattle, Washington, to Wichita, Kansas. The National Aeronautic Association (NAA), the country’s oldest national aviation club and the official record keeper for U.S. aviation, certified the accomplishment. The Federation Aeronautique International later also certified the flights as world records.”
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1 Gulfstream G700
Maximum Speed: Mach 0.935 (536 knots, 617 mph, 993 km/h)
| Performance characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 19 |
| Power plants | 2x Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 turbofan engines |
| Thrust per engine | 18,250 lbf (81.2 kN) |
| Operational range | 7,750 NM (8,920 miles, 14,350 km) |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.9 (516 knots, 594 mph, 956 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
Announced in October 2019, it is the latest variant of Gulfstream G series. Stretched by over 10 ft (3 meters) from the previous variant, it has a 4,000 lb (1,800 kg) greater Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) than the G650ER. The G700 is powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines, providing up to 3% greater fuel efficiency. The aircraft offers the greatest speed in its class.
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According to Gulfstream,
“Cruise at Mach 0.90 to travel faster with exceptional range, up to 6,650 nm/12,316 km.5 Beyond saving valuable time, fewer flight hours means longer periods between scheduled maintenance visits, higher potential aircraft value and fresher crews.”
As of April, Gulfstream has built and delivered over 50 G700 aircraft.
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