Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs Falcon 10

Overview

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I and the Falcon 10 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 841 km/h for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs 907 km/h for the Falcon 10. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has an operational range of 2,519 km vs 3,555 km for the Falcon 10. The Falcon 10 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 12,497 m for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I.

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has been produced in 292 units vs 226 for the Falcon 10. Unit cost is $5M for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs $1.6M for the Falcon 10. The Falcon 10 first flew 28 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I (1970 vs 1998).

American business jet, produced in the late 20th century, utilized globally primarily in aial ambulance and executive transport roles.
Beechcraft Beechcraft 390 Premier I Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 22 December 1998
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 292 units
Average unit price $5 million
French light business jet, known for corporate transportation from the late 20th century, with wide usage worldwide.
Dassault Falcon 10 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 1 December 1970
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 226 units
Average unit price $1.6 million
Wing area 23.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 4.7 m β—‰
Length 14.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 841 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,519 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,627 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 522 kgf β—‰
Wing area 24.1 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.1 m β—‰
Height 4.6 m β—‰
Length 13.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 907 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,555 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 5,055 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 753 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Falcon 10 is faster with a maximum speed of 907 km/h compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 841 km/h, a difference of 66 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Falcon 10 has a longer range at 3,555 km compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 2,519 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Falcon 10 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Falcon 10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,500 kg compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Falcon 10's 13.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Falcon 10 at $1.6 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Falcon 10 entered service first in 1971, 30 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Falcon 10?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has been produced in greater numbers with 292 units compared to 226 units of the Falcon 10.