Blue Spirit Aero unveiled its hydrogen-powered Dragonfly aircraft at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking a key moment in the development of the local hydrogen ecosystem. The initiative has garnered strong political support and public enthusiasm.

Yesterday’s event was nothing short of spectacular. Alongside the H24 EVO racing car, a 1912 Léon Bollée, and a replica of the Wright brothers’ Flyer, the presentation offered a striking blend of past and future. The ceremony was a resounding success, aided by clear skies and a fully operational aircraft.

“It was with great pride and emotion that we revealed our working prototype of the Dragonfly to the public,” said Olivier Savin, founder of Blue Spirit Aero. “This aircraft is the first realisation of a vision, a passion, and unwavering determination – but above all, the result of a collective effort. It marks the beginning of a new chapter for us: flight testing and certification.”

Stéphane Le Foll, President of the Le Mans Metropolitan Area, highlighted the project’s local roots. “It was in Le Mans, during the LMH2 symposium, that this momentum was born – one built on trust and shared goals. That event was far more than an institutional gathering: it acted as a catalyst, bringing together local investors, authorities and strategic partners.”

Pioneering a New Era of Aviation

The Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) also played a pivotal role. “From now on, our racetracks and the airport’s runways will share something vital: hydrogen,” noted ACO Chairman Pierre Fillon. “We’ve chosen this energy carrier to help decarbonise motorsport – including the Le Mans 24 Hours and the FIA World Endurance Championship – and BSA is pursuing the same goal for aviation with the Dragonfly. Our two R&D ecosystems are working towards the energy transition together.”

On the operator side, the historic significance of the event was not lost. “Watching the Dragonfly take off from Le Mans airport is witnessing the birth of a new kind of aviation – clean, practical, and rooted in our regions,” said Martin Meyrier, President of the EDEIS network, with pride.

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