N291B

This article describes airframe N291B, a Dassault Mystere-Falcon 50 built in 2001 with serial number 317. The aircraft is owned by BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE of Columbus, OH, US, which serves as its operator/home base. FAA registry entries for this N-number list a 22-seat configuration that differs from common executive layouts for the model, and the registry action reflecting that seating is a notable administrative detail. Valuation and condition highlights: Not published.

The cabin of this specific airframe is typically fitted in the Mystere-Falcon 50 common executive layout of eight to nine seats, though the FAA registry for N291B records 22 seats, indicating a configuration registered for higher capacity or special missions. Based in Columbus, OH, US under BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE, the aircraft is likely employed on institutional transport, research support, or corporate mission profiles consistent with business and program travel. Avionics fit is not published in the supplied data; maintenance considerations for this airframe follow the three-engine Honeywell TFE-731 type support and inspection cycles typical for late-model Falcon 50s. Unique amenities specific to this airframe are not published.

The Dassault Mystere-Falcon 50 family occupies a mid-size, long-range executive category notable for its trijet layout, long-range capability and 49,000 ft service ceiling, situating it between light business jets and larger long-range types. With a range of 3,075 nm and cruise near 488 kts, its performance competes with other transcontinental business aircraft of its era; common competitors include mid-size twinjets offering similar mission range. Buyer and charter demand for Falcon 50s reflects interest from operators valuing redundant-engine performance and intercontinental capability, while maintenance and resale considerations hinge on TFE-731 engine support, airframe corrosion inspection status, and any non-standard seating or mission equipment recorded on N291B's registry.