Elixir Aircraft Doubles Production with 16 Aircraft in H1 2026, Targeting 5 Monthly Units by 2027

France – Elixir Aircraft has more than doubled its production output, with 16 aircraft produced in less than six months in 2026 compared to 13 across the full 2024-2025 period, and is targeting five monthly units by 2027.

Nearly 60 Elixir aircraft are currently flying in Europe, with three aircraft delivered to the US market — including the first US delivery to Cirrus Aviation in Sarasota, Florida, earlier in June 2026.

AFM covered earlier this year that Elixir Aircraft had unveiled the Elixir+, a major upgrade to its EASA- and FAA-certified two-seat training aircraft, at the AERO Friedrichshafen exhibition with Greek flight school Global Aviation having placed an order for five Elixir+ aircraft.

• The Elixir+ features a significantly increased full-fuel payload enabled by a rise in maximum take-off weight (MTOW) from 630 kg to 700 kg, allowing operators to carry two pilots and full fuel without compromising performance.
• Aerodynamic enhancements include new winglets, vortex generators, redesigned leading edges, and an increased wingspan from 8.48 m to 8.94 m, improving efficiency across the flight envelope.
• Additional improvements include a redesigned fuel pump system for simplified maintenance and spare parts sourcing, and an evolved nose landing gear offering improved ground handling and greater tolerance for student pilots.
• The Elixir+ retains the platform's core characteristics: Carbon OneShot single-piece composite construction, no airframe life limit, and operating costs of approximately $50 per flight hour for fuel and maintenance.

The Elixir is a composite, next-generation two-seat training and touring aircraft designed as a modern alternative to legacy training platforms, featuring low fuel consumption, modern avionics, and a safety-focused design philosophy.

Source: Local media