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Elixir unveils three-tier trainer lineup and teases larger Equinox
French manufacturer Elixir Aircraft debuted its new Elixir+ family of composite two-seat trainers for the US market at EAA AirVenture 2026, offering three variants starting around $275,000. The lineup includes the primary-focused Essential, the IFR-capable Expert, and the turbocharged Elite designed for hot-and-high conditions and faster cruising. For flight schools and student pilots, this introduces a modern, purpose-built training alternative with integrated avionics that spans from first solo flights to advanced instrument ratings.