In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Cyril Champenois, Co-Founder of Elixir Aircraft – a France headquartered training aircraft manufacturer specialized in providing flight training organisation’s with a 4th generation part-23 aircraft.

The conversation covers:

• Mission & Innovation: Elixir Aircraft, established in 2015, is dedicated to building a new generation of safer, simpler, and more efficient aircraft for use by flight training organisations. It uses a unique one-shot carbon fiber technology that reduces the number of parts in the structure. This innovation leads to easier maintenance and improved reliability in every flight.
• Training Market Focus: The company strategically targets the flight training sector, recognizing the need for modern, cost-effective solutions. The aircraft is designed to meet the specific demands of flight schools, including low operating costs, enhanced safety features (including parachute), and modern avionics.
• Sustainability & Efficiency: Elixir Aircraft integrates sustainability into its core strategy, starting with highly fuel-efficient piston engines. Looking ahead, they are developing hybrid and electric propulsion systems to align with future environmental regulations.
• Customer-Centric Design: Pilot and customer feedback play a central role in Elixir Aircraft’s development process. By involving end-users early and often, the company ensures that aircraft design decisions are practical and user-friendly. This has led to thoughtful cockpit layouts, intuitive controls, and an overall better flying experience.
• Global Growth & Vision: Although based in France, Elixir Aircraft is rapidly expanding its presence internationally, with a focus on entering markets like the U.S. The company is scaling production to meet rising demand while maintaining high standards of quality and innovation. Their goal is to become a global leader in next-generation light aircraft.

For more information:

• Elixir Aircraft’s Website
• Cyril Champenois’s Linkedin

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