Cessna Citation Ascend vs Dassault Falcon 50EX
On published range, the Dassault Falcon 50EX goes 2,232 km further than the Cessna Citation Ascend (5,825 km against 3,593 km).
The Cessna Citation Ascend is certified for 12 passengers, against 9 for the other.
The Dassault Falcon 50EX has the taller cabin (1.78 m against 1.74 m).
Both sit in the "Midsize jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 3,450 – 4,100 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Cessna Citation Ascend |  Dassault Falcon 50EX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Midsize jet | Midsize jet |
| Production | In production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 12 — Best value | 9 |
| Cabin length | 5.66 m | 6.1 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 1.68 m | 1.86 m — Best value |
| Cabin height | 1.74 m | 1.78 m — Best value |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 3,593 km (1,940 nm) | 5,825 km (3,145 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.8 | Mach 0.8 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 3,450 – 4,100 | € 3,450 – 4,100 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)