Portugal – Omni Aviation Training Center (OATC) has officially welcomed the arrival of its first Elixir Aircraft, marking the operational launch of its previously announced fleet renewal. The delivery represents a strategic transition from traditional trainer platforms to next-generation aircraft designed with advanced safety, operational efficiency, and environmental responsibility in mind.

• The Elixir is a 4th-generation carbon airframe trainer equipped with:

  • Full glass cockpit and autopilot

  • Whole-aircraft parachute system

  • Unintentional spin resistance

  • Lowered environmental footprint

• OATC will offset all carbon emissions from its Elixir fleet through a partnership with Green Aero Lease, reinforcing the centre’s sustainability goals.

• In September 2025, OATC announced it has selected Elixir Aircraft to renew its training fleet.

Statements

• “OATC is entering a new phase: more modern aircraft, stronger airline-style training, and more flying opportunities for our students. We are moving from legacy trainers to next-generation platforms, and the Elixir represents the real leap forward. With a full glass cockpit, advanced safety features such as a whole-aircraft parachute and autopilot level mode, and the support from Green Aero Lease to ensure maximum operational capacity while guaranteeing carbon neutrality by offsetting all carbon emissions, the Elixir perfectly embodies the safety, efficiency, and sustainability we want for the next generation of pilots. fully aligning with our commitment to quality over quantity.” — Dylan van Haasen, Head of Training, OATC

Source: Omni Aviation Training Center