A plane crash near Rochefort in the Charente-Maritime region of France resulted in two fatalities. The incident took place on Thursday, October 1st, at approximately 10:30 AM, at the military air base of Rochefort-Saint-Agnant. The aircraft involved was a civilian plane operated by Elixir Aircraft, a company based in La Rochelle that specializes in producing lighter and more environmentally friendly airplanes. The crash occurred at the end of the runway of the civilian airport and ended within the military base. Arnaud Laraize, the prosecutor of the Republic in La Rochelle, confirmed that both passengers of the small civilian aircraft died. The civilian airport is currently closed, and authorities are working to determine the cause of the accident. A specialized unit from the gendarmerie's aerial transport service is conducting an investigation into the incident. Elixir Aircraft released a statement confirming the crash and expressing condolences to the families of the two pilots, who were described as colleagues of the company. The company's president is present at the scene to coordinate with local authorities. No damage or other victims within the military area have been reported. The two pilots were employees of Elixir Aircraft, which focuses on developing aircraft that are lighter and more environmentally friendly compared to traditional models. The company's involvement in the aviation industry highlights the ongoing efforts to create more sustainable forms of air travel. As the investigation continues, more details about the cause of the crash are expected to emerge.