Falcon 20F-5BR
DASSAULT FALCON 20F-5 · Systems Description
Overview
The document provides a detailed overview of the Dassault Falcon 20F-5 aircraft, highlighting its design, performance, and operational characteristics. It covers the aircraft's specifications, systems, and maintenance requirements, as well as its competitive advantages in the midsize jet market.
- Maximum range of 2,400 nautical miles.
- Cabin volume of 700 cubic feet with seating for 9 passengers.
- Powered by TFE731-5 turbofan engines.
- Cruising altitude up to FL 420.
- Typical BOW around 18,500 lb.
- MTOW of 29,100 lb., with an optional 30,350 lb. MTOW.
- Requires 6,500 ft. of runway when fully loaded.
- Features a 5-parallel buss DC electrical system.
Document
Source
Originally published by flightsolution.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type ·
- Systems Description
- Year ·
- 1990
- File size ·
- 4.5 MB
- Publisher ·
- flightsolution.com
- Language ·
- en
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Fuel capacity (lb) ·
- 9170
Performance
- Max range (nm) ·
- 2400
- Cruise speed mach ·
- 0.765
- Max cruise altitude (ft) ·
- 42000
V-speeds
- VMO_KIAS ·
- 390
Weight & balance
- Bowl (lb) ·
- 18500
- Mtow (lb) ·
- 29100
What is the Falcon 20F-5BR?
The Falcon 20F-5BR is a systems description for the DASSAULT FALCON 20F-5, dated 1990.
Where does the Falcon 20F-5BR come from?
This copy of the Falcon 20F-5BR was originally published by flightsolution.com and is hosted on Sprinkle as a free, searchable reference copy.
What year was the Falcon 20F-5BR published?
The Falcon 20F-5BR — the DASSAULT FALCON 20F-5 systems description on file — is dated 1990.
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the DASSAULT FALCON 20F-5.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
More DASSAULT FALCON 20F-5manuals & documents
In this document
General Characteristics
The Falcon 20F-5 was developed in the mid-1980s, featuring advanced engines and design improvements that enhance its performance and efficiency compared to earlier models.
Performance
The aircraft can climb to FL 360 to FL 370 at maximum takeoff weight and has a long-range cruise speed of Mach 0.765 when heavy.
Cabin Configuration
Typical cabin layout includes a forward galley, a four-chair club section, an aft half-club, and a full-width aft lavatory.
Maintenance Requirements
The aircraft has scheduled A, B, Z, and C checks, along with specific engine inspection and overhaul intervals.
Operational Flexibility
The Falcon 20F-5 offers full-tanks/full-seats loading flexibility, making it suitable for various operational needs.
Market Position
The Falcon 20F-5 is noted for its quality and aesthetic appeal, often regarded as one of the most beautiful midsize jets.
Safety notes
- Significant height/altitude/temperature limitations when departing hot and high airports.
- Requires careful fuel management for long-range flights.
- No automatic slat extension for stall protection.
Full document text
F L I G H T S O L U T I O N . C O M N a s h v i l l e • C i n c i n n a t i • L o u i s v i l l e • jetclub@flightsolution.com • (615) 452-5001 Flight Solutions® jetclubPowered by Flight Solutions Falcon 20F-5BR General Characteristics When Dassault and Garrett AiResearch teamed to create the Falcon 20-5 in the mid 1980s, they succeeded in converting 126 aircraft that flew higher, faster and farther on one-third less fuel. Removing the 1960s era GE CF700 engines and replacing them with TFE731-5 turbofans made these classic Mystère Falcon 20 aircraft competitive with the contemporary midsize models offered by Cessna, Hawker, IAI and Learjet. With a maximum range of 2,400 nm, a 700 cubic foot cabin volume and seating for 9 passengers, it became the jet against which all other midsize competitors were measured. This is a tough aircraft, with a 20,000 cycle/30,000-hr. initial service life and no hard life limits. Vmo ranges from 350 to 390 KIAS and Mmo is 0.88 IMN, higher than any other competitive aircraft of that era other than Citation X. It has fully powered flight controls and a speed-proportionate artificial control feel system. Falcon 20-F5 model has 270 lb. more fuel capacity than earlier models and full-span slats that reduce V speeds. It has non-stop U.S. West Coast to East Coast range, but the return leg usually requires a fuel stop. Other features include a 5-parallel buss DC electrical system with manual load shedding, a rather anemic air cycle machine that isn’t up to cooling the cabin on the ramp in summer and an older generation pressurization controller. The 731-5 engines, though, produce ample bleed air to maintain an 8,000-ft. cabin at FL 420, the aircraft’s maximum cruising altitude. Pilots rave about the aircraft’s soft control feel and docile handling qualities. Unlike newer Falcons, it doesn’t have automatic slat extension for stall protection, but large stall fences on the wings assure gentle high angle-of-attack handling. The aircraft will climb to FL 360 to FL 370 at MTOW, step climbing to FL380 to FL390 at weights below 28,000 lb. First hour fuel flow is 2,000 to 2,100 lb. Plan on 1,500 lb. for the second hour, decreasing 50 lb. per hour thereafter. Long-range cruise speed is Mach 0.765 when heavy and Mach 0.725 when light. Most operators cruise the aircraft at Mach 0.77 to 0.79 unless range performance is critical. Westbound, they’ll push up to Mach 0.80, or faster, knowing that they’ll being making a fuel stop regardless of cruise speed. Cabins typically are configured with a forward galley, a forward four-chair club section, an aft half-club flanked by a three-place divan and a full width aft lavatory with a wet sink. Typical BOWs are close to 18,500 lb. and fuel capacity is 9,170 lb. MTOW is 29,100 lb., unless the aircraft has the optional 30,350-lb. MTOW service bulletin. Similar to a Hawker, it has full-tanks/full-seats loading flexibility. The first models were fitted with 4,500-lb.-thrust -5AR engines, but almost all have been upgraded with 4,750-lb.-thrust -5BR engines, in accordance with SB 735. Even so, the aircraft needs 6,500 ft. of pavement when fully loaded, assuming ISA conditions. Departing hot and high airports, there are significant ht/altitude/temperature limitations. There are 6-month A checks, 1,200-hr. B checks, 24-month Z checks and 72-month C checks, along with a 12-yr. landing gear overhaul and major corrosion inspections. The engines have 2,500-hr. MPI midlife inspections and 5,000-hr. CZI overhaul intervals. Having the aircraft enrolled in Honeywell’s MSP engine program is a plus. There is a bit of snob appeal in owning a Falcon 20-F5. It has an almost palpable aura of quality. Some people say it’s one of the most beautiful midsize aircraft yet designed, a French fashion model that struts down the runway. In 1963, Pan Am’s Juan Trippe was looking for the ideal mid-size jet to buy for his new business aircraft venture, so he asked Charles Lindbergh to evaluate candidate aircraft. When Lindbergh flew Dassault’s Mystère 20 prototype, he told Trippe, “We’ve found our plane.” The Falcon 20-F5, now in its golden years, hasn’t lost any of that mystique. One of a kind Falcon 20F-5BR available for sale and/or as small as a 25% share ownership in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Currently operated in our JET CLUB fleet of private airplanes this Falcon has served perfectly as a reliable 2000 mile, 9 passenger capable airplane. Only two USA owners since new this Falcon is fully equipped and will deliver included in the sales price with a fresh 12 year heavy inspection “C” checks, gear overhauls, Engine Mid-Life’s and ADS B OUT compliance to name a few. This airplane is available with a complete turn-key management with Flight Solutions and our exclusive JET CLUB. Call today to learn more about this exceptional aircraft and how we can help you “Change how you travel”! Flight Solutions® 1990 Falcon 20F-5BR 1521 Airport Blvd., Sumner County Regional Airport (M33), Gallatin, TN USA 37066 • Phone: (615) 452-5001 Fax: (615) 451-2371 • Email: info@flightsolution.com