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Oshkosh, Wisconsin – July 2026 – Flight Design General Aviation GmbH proudly introduced the new F2-M160 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, marking the aircraft’s official North American debut following its successful launch in Europe earlier this year. Designed for the next generation of light aviation, the F2-M160 has been developed to take advantage of the opportunities expected under the FAA’s upcoming MOSAIC regulations. Combining German engineering, advanced composite construction and cutting-edge avionics, the aircraft delivers outstanding performance, efficiency and safety Read more

    Flight Design is pleased to announce its participation in EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, taking place from July 20–26 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Visitors are invited to meet the Flight Design team at Booth #169 and discover the company’s latest developments following its successful acquisition and comprehensive repositioning by the Shang Gong Group.       Building on a new phase of growth and innovation, Flight Design continues to strengthen its position as a leading manufacturer of modern light aircraft. Read more

After the successful acquisition and comprehensive repositioning by the Shang Gong Group, Flight Design is moving into the future with strong momentum. At AERO Friedrichshafen, the company is presenting the next steps in its product strategy – featuring exciting innovations for pilots, flight schools, and operators. New F2 Model Variants for the US MOSAIC Category At the show, Flight Design is unveiling the F2 for the first time in new model variants designed for the upcoming MOSAIC category in the Read more

Flight Design General Aviation GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of light aircraft and LSA (Light Sport Aircraft), is proud to announce new light aircraft dealership opportunities as part of our global network expansion, and is actively seeking new dealers and distribution partners worldwide. With more than 35 years of experience, Flight Design is recognized as one of the world’s leading brands in the light aircraft and air sports sector. As an EASA-certified developer and manufacturer, the company combines German engineering Read more

Shang Gong Group has acquired the light aircraft manufacturer Flight Design General Aviation, based in Eisenach, Germany. “We are very pleased to acquire Flight Design and are confident that the company will soon regain its leading global position in the development and manufacturing of light aircraft,” said Yongwu Chen, Vice President of Shang Gong Group, who has been living in Germany for over 20 years. “Our customers can look forward to a significantly increased production capacity in the Czech Republic, Read more

Flight Design at AERO 2025 – Visit Us at HALL  B1, 201! We are thrilled to announce that Flight Design will be exhibiting at AERO Friedrichshafen 2025a, the global platform for all aspects of General Aviation! Join us at HALL  B1, 201 on April 9-12, 2025. What to expect at our stand: Flight Design News – Get the first look at what’s new and upcoming. Aircraft Models – Explore our aircraft lineup. Expert Insights – Meet our team and learn more about our Read more

After Flight Design general aviation GmbH filed for insolvency: Good restructuring opportunities for one of the world market leaders in the construction of light aircraft • Marcello Di Stefano, preliminary insolvency administrator of Flight Design general aviation GmbH, sees good restructuring opportunities for the manufacturer of light aircraft after an initial analysis. • The managing director of Flight Design general Aviation filed for insolvency at the Meiningen district court on December 3, 2024, as outstanding debts in the mid-six-figure range Read more

October 8 th, 2024, Eisenach Germany Flight Design, a world leader in S-LSA and certified light plane design, has good news to share regarding production at its production facility located in Sumperk, Czech Republic. The F2 series is a very advanced light aircraft which is available as a Special Light Sport Aircraft and an EASA CS-23 type- certified aircraft. They are built and production test flown in Sumperk, in the Eastern Moravia region of the Czech Republic.   “The best Read more

The Joint Venture with Virazh FDCT to Boost Aircraft Production  September 12th, 2024, Eisenach Germany Eisenach, Germany and Almaty, Kazakhstan – Flight Design, a global leader in ultralight and general aircraft manufacturing, is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its operations through its joint venture with Kazakh partner Virazh. This strategic collaboration marks a major milestone in the company’s growth and solidifies its position as a key player in the global aviation industry. The GER-KAZ joint venture is rapidly Read more

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