The Dassault Falcon 900 is one of the most versatile and prestigious heavy jets in the global air ambulance fleet. Like the Falcon 50, it features a trijet (three-engine) configuration, providing unmatched safety and performance for transoceanic flights and operations from challenging airports. It offers a much larger cabin and significantly more range, making it a premier choice for moving critically ill patients across the globe.

The Falcon 900 is renowned for its wide-body “stand-up” cabin and its extremely quiet environment. Its ability to fly long distances at high speeds while maintaining a low cabin altitude (superior pressurization) is essential for patients with complex cardiac or respiratory needs, ensuring they arrive in the best possible condition.

 

Medical Equipment

The Falcon 900 is a heavy-duty Flying Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Its expansive interior allows for a wide range of medical configurations, including the ability to transport two patients with two separate medical teams, or one patient with a large group of family members.

  • Advanced ICU-grade transport ventilator

  • High-end multiparameter monitor (12-lead ECG, SpO2, EtCO2, IBP/NIBP, Temp)

  • Biphasic defibrillator, external pacemaker, and AED

  • Integrated bank of up to 10 precision syringe drivers and infusion pumps

  • Dual-circuit, high-capacity medical suction systems

  • Point-of-care blood gas and electrolyte analyzer (i-STAT / EPOC)

  • Comprehensive emergency, surgical, and resuscitation kits

  • Specialized support for high-acuity missions: Neonatal Incubator, ECMO, or IABP

  • Massive medical oxygen reserves for ultra-long-haul legs and dedicated power redundancy

The Falcon 900’s cabin is divided into three zones, allowing the medical team to focus on the patient in one area while family members and the relief crew rest in separate, private sections of the aircraft.

FeatureSpecification
Cruise Speedapprox. 850 km/h (459 kt)
Rangeapprox. 7,400 km – 8,800 km (depending on model: B/EX/LX)
Engines3 x Honeywell TFE731-5BR or -60
Service Ceiling51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Key AdvantageTrijet safety for long-haul missions and wide-body comfort