The original Dassault Falcon 900 set the standard for three-engine wide-cabin heavy jets when it entered service in 1986, and Mexico’s demanding high-altitude airports have made it a long-standing choice on Latin American routes. Its 4,000-nautical-mile range and three-engine configuration cover both the range and the elevation requirements of the Mexico market.
The Falcon 900 introduced a trijet configuration to Dassault’s wide-cabin lineup, powered by three TFE731-5AR-1C engines. It seats 12 to 14 passengers, cruises at approximately 482 knots, and has a ceiling of 51,000 feet. The platform was later developed into the 900B, 900C, 900EX, and 900LX. Full specifications for the Falcon 900 are published by Dassault Falcon.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Heavy Jet
- Manufacturer: Dassault Aviation
- Year introduced: 1986
- Seating: 12 to 14
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,000 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.84 (about 482 knots)
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 66.3 feet
- Wingspan: 63.4 feet
- Height: 24.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 127 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Falcon 900 Fits Mexico
Three engines make the Falcon 900 a standard recommendation for Toluca, where the high field elevation and warm afternoon temperatures push density altitude well above the published 8,460 feet. The trijet configuration provides a performance reserve that most twin-engine heavy jets cannot match at that elevation.
The original 900 covers New York to Mexico City comfortably and reaches most Mexican destinations from US eastern seaboard cities nonstop. As a mature platform with a long service history in Latin America, operator quality varies and ARGUS or Wyvern standing is a useful filter when selecting an operator.
For cabin comfort on Mexico resort routes, the 12 to 14 seat configuration suits large family or executive groups traveling to Cancun, Los Cabos, or Puerto Vallarta in a single aircraft.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Falcon 900 run $8,000 to $10,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Falcon 900 charter on Mexico routes runs approximately $8,000 to $10,000 per hour as of 7/2026.
Other Heavy Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 650
- Cessna Citation Hemisphere
- Challenger 600
- Challenger 601
- Challenger 604
- Challenger 605
The full heavy jets category page lists every heavy jet we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Falcon 900 charter in or out of Mexico, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.