N978X

This entry covers airframe tail number N978X, a Dassault-built business jet delivered in 2003 with serial number 008. The aircraft is a Dassault Falcon 2000EX registered in the US and currently owned by N979DR FALCON 200 LLC, an LLC based in Lakeway, TX. Registered in the United States under civilian registry, the airframe’s documented valuation stands at $10,500,000, reflecting its mid-life position in the secondary market and typical condition expectations for a 2003-built Falcon 2000EX. The operator and home base are tied to the owner’s Lakeway, TX location, with no other ownership transfers published in the provided data.

The airframe’s cabin accommodates up to 19 seats, consistent with a high-capacity corporate or executive shuttle fit typical of the Falcon 2000EX platform. With a transcontinental range of 3,781 nm and a cruise speed of 447 kts, the aircraft is configured for medium- to long-range point-to-point corporate missions, frequently operating from the owner’s Lakeway, TX base. Avionics fit and specific interior appointments for this serial number are not published; however, maintenance and operational planning for this airframe centers on the twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C engines producing 6,998 lbf thrust each, which directly influence inspection intervals and engine shop visit scheduling. Cabin amenities and refurbishments are not detailed in the provided record.

The Dassault Falcon 2000EX family occupies a niche as a large-cabin, twin-engine business jet offering long-range capability with transcontinental performance. Competing models in the segment include other large-cabin twins that balance range and comfort. For a 2003 serial like 008, buyer and charter demand hinge on maintenance history, modern avionics upgrades, and interior refurbishment; resale value is indicated here at $10,500,000. Maintenance considerations for prospective operators focus on engine shop visit costs and airframe checks commensurate with the airframe’s age and utilisation.