Falcon 7X vs PA-34 Seneca

Overview

The Falcon 7X and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Piper respectively.

The Falcon 7X reaches 1,078 km/h β€” 2.9x the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h. The Falcon 7X has an operational range of 11,019 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The Falcon 7X operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 31,800 kg MTOW, the Falcon 7X is 15:1 the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.

The Falcon 7X has been produced in 289 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 38 years before the Falcon 7X (1967 vs 2005).

French large-cabin long-range business jet, introduced in the early 21st century, used primarily for corporate, government, and military VIP transport.
Dassault Falcon 7X Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 5 May 2005
Year introduced 2007
Number produced 289 units
Average unit price $54.2 million
American twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s.
Piper PA-34 Seneca Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 25 April 1967
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 5037 units
Average unit price --
Wing area 70.7 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 26.2 m β—‰
Height 7.8 m β—‰
Length 23.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1078 km/h β—‰
Operational range 11,019 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 31,800 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 3 x 9 kN β—‰
Wing area 19.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.9 m β—‰
Height 3.0 m β—‰
Length 8.7 m β—‰
Maximum speed 378 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,611 km β—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,457 kg
Total thrust 2 x 82 kW β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The Falcon 7X is faster with a maximum speed of 1,078 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The Falcon 7X has a longer range at 11,019 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The Falcon 7X has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The Falcon 7X has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,800 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The Falcon 7X is longer at 23.4 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 36 years before the Falcon 7X which entered service in 2007.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Falcon 7X or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 289 units of the Falcon 7X.