500 Citation I vs Falcon 20
| American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 15 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 689 units |
| Average unit price | $0.9 million |
| French business jet, recognized for widespread use in civil, military, and astronaut training roles since the mid-20th century. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 4 May 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 512 units |
| Average unit price | $4.5 million |
| Wing area | 25.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 665 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,459 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,375 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,008 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 998 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 863 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,350 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,530 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,041 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of 500 Citation I by Luc Verkuringen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 is faster with a maximum speed of 863 km/h compared to the 500 Citation I's 665 km/h, a difference of 198 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 has a longer range at 3,350 km compared to the 500 Citation I's 2,459 km.
Which can fly higher, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the 500 Citation I's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the 500 Citation I's 5,375 kg.
Which is larger, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 is longer at 17.1 meters compared to the 500 Citation I's 13.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 is more expensive at approximately $4.5 million per unit compared to the 500 Citation I at $0.9 million.
Which entered service first, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The Falcon 20 entered service first in 1965, 6 years before the 500 Citation I which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 500 Citation I or Falcon 20?
The 500 Citation I has been produced in greater numbers with 689 units compared to 512 units of the Falcon 20.