Elixir Aircraft Signs with Airways Aviation for 16 Aircraft at Paris Airshow
Onthe occasion of the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, Elixir Aircrafthas officially announced the signature of a letter of intent for imminentacquisition of sixteen 4th generationElixir training aircraft.
Romy Hawatt, Founder and Chairman of Airways AviationGroup said, “We are proud to once again lead the way in aviation traininginnovation by expanding our commitment to Elixir Aircraft with the signing ofthis Letter of Intent for 16 additional aircraft at the 2025 Paris Airshow.Having been the first global flight training organisation to sign an LOI withElixir back in 2018, we recognised early on the potential of theirforward-thinking design, safety features, and operational efficiency. This newagreement not only reaffirms our confidence in Elixir’s next-generationaircraft, but also reinforces our ongoing commitment to equipping our studentswith the best training tools available anywhere in the world.”
Arthur Léopold-Léger, CEO and co-founder of Elixir Aircraftnoted, "We are grateful to Airways Aviation for placing their trust inElixir Aircraft. The addition of the 4th generation trainer willenable the school to deliver high-quality training while significantlyoptimising operational costs. We see this as the beginning of a strong andlasting partnership between our two organisations.”
AirwaysAviation training team have chosen Elixir Aircraft to enhance safety and bringmore versatility to the fleet. Its efficiency from low operating costs,lightweight structure and lower fuel consumption gives unique competitivenessto the organisation.
Theaircraft will be deployed across Airways Aviation’s international trainingnetwork that today spans across 11 countries in 4 continents.
Thisannouncement at Le Bourget confirms Elixir Aircraft’s role as a keymanufacturer in aviation training, as it continues to expand its globalpresence and raise the standard for professional flight education.
About Elixir Aircraft
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in La Rochelle, France, ElixirAircraft designs and manufactures cutting-edge 4th generation single-engineaircraft for pilots training. With over 190 employees and new productionfacilities underway in France and Florida (USA), the company is rapidlyexpanding to meet global demand.
ElixirAircraft was built on a clear mission: to create a safer, more efficient, moreversatile and more environmentally friendly aircraft. Leveraging Oneshot Carbontechnology -originally developed for competitive sailing -the company hassimplified aircraft structure, reducing failure points and minimisingmaintenance needs. This results in significantly lower operating costs, withestimates around 50 EUR for fuel and maintenance per flight hour.
All Elixir aircraft are equipped with the latest Garmin avionics,ensuring modern, intuitive cockpit experiences for pilots. Elixir Aircraft isproud to be a member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association(GAMA).
About Airways Aviation
Airways Aviation is a globally recognised flight training academy with a strongpresence across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, with over 45years of experience. With state-of-the-art facilities, industry-alignedcurriculum, and a fleet of over 100 modern training aircraft, the academydelivers world-class pilot and aviation training solutions to aspiringprofessionals worldwide. Airways Aviation has trained thousands of cadetsthrough its EASA and CASA approved programs and partners with major airlinesand aviation organisations to bridge the gap between education and industry.Committed to innovation, safety, and excellence, Airways Aviation continues toshape the future of aviation training on a global scale.
