Aircraft
Elixir, ENAC Set Sail in the Skies
Sailing-inspired fleet supports green training
Elixir at PAS 2025
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Elixir Aircraft secured an order from the École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile (ENAC), France’s national civil aviation school, for 30 two-seat trainers on Sunday at the Paris Air Show. The order, part of ENAC’s fleet renewal initiative, will see deliveries between 2026 and 2027 and marks a key milestone for Elixir’s expansion in institutional aviation markets.

Founded in 2015, Elixir Aircraft produces the 100-hp Elixir, a fourth-generation aircraft certified in 2020. Built using a OneShot carbon composite structure, the aircraft consists of nine primary parts, eliminating the need for rivets or glue. This streamlined design increases safety, simplifies maintenance, and reduces fuel consumption. Combined with an ultra-efficient engine, the Elixir offers up to 70% fewer CO2 emissions compared to conventional trainers.