The Dassault Falcon 20 is the original French twin-engine midsize jet and still runs Naples charter trips at a value hourly rate more than 60 years after its 1965 introduction. For a client running a short Northeast-to-Naples leg who wants 8 to 10 seats on a lower price point, the Falcon 20 is the honest option.
Dassault produced the Falcon 20 (Mystere 20) from 1965 with two General Electric CF700 or later Garrett TFE731-5 turbofans. Seats 8 to 10, cruises at 400 knots to 42,000 feet, delivers 1,810 nautical miles of range, and carries 60 cubic feet of internal baggage (external stowage adds more depending on configuration). Enclosed lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Dassault Aviation
- Year introduced: 1965
- Seating: 8 to 10
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,810 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 400 knots
- Service ceiling: 42,000 feet
- Length: 56.3 feet
- Wingspan: 53.5 feet
- Height: 17.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 60 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Falcon 20 Fits Naples
Range at 1,810 nautical miles covers TEB, HPN, MMU, BED, and PWK to APF nonstop with a full cabin. Toronto (YYZ) and Chicago (MDW) are inside the envelope on a calm day.
The Falcon 20 is aging equipment; most airframes still operating are re-engined -5 or -5BR conversions. Cabin fit-and-finish will not match a newer Excel/XLS or Legacy 450, and the belted-lavatory era predates enclosed setups on the base model. Availability in the Naples market is charter-driven and thinning as Stage 2 phase-out advances.
APF is comfortable for the Falcon 20 on any typical day.
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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 20 run $4,500 to $5,800 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
On a TEB-to-APF winter leg the Falcon 20 typically bills 3.25 to 3.75 flight hours nonstop.
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS
- Cessna Citation III
- Cessna Citation VII
- Embraer Legacy 450
- Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX
- Hawker 750
Contact
For a quote on a Falcon 20 charter in or out of Naples, 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.