Oaxaca Aerospace Unveils Mexico’s First Fully Domestic Aircraft

Mexico just got a new aviation flex, and it is not from a foreign manufacturer. At FAMEX 2025, Oaxaca Aerospace rolled out the Pegasus PE-210A, Mexico’s first fully domestic aircraft, built with a tandem cockpit where two seats sit one behind the other.

Here’s where it gets interesting: this is a family-owned company from Oaxaca, founded in 2011 with a single mission to build aircraft entirely inside Mexico. They spent 14 years and poured work into it through a 25-person engineering team, and now the PE-210A is only the start, because the company also unveiled plans for the Pegasus P-400T.

With tactical missions, up to 600 horsepower, and even a nod to future hydrogen propulsion, this is the kind of unveiling that turns into a whole new chapter for Mexico’s aerospace ambitions.

The fully Mexican-made aircraft includes a tandem cockpit design, with seats arranged one behind the other.

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While everyone’s watching the PE-210A’s tandem cockpit and the fact it’s fully built in Mexico, Oaxaca Aerospace is already talking like it’s just warming up.

Expansion and Innovation on the Horizon

At FAMEX 2025, Oaxaca Aerospace also introduced plans for a second aircraft: the Pegasus P-400T. Designed for advanced tactical missions and light attack capabilities, the P-400T will feature an engine of up to 600 horsepower, retractable reinforced landing gear, and a Garmin G1000 avionics system.

The model is expected to support light weaponry based on customer needs and will be compatible with future propulsion systems, including hydrogen-based fuel technologies.

This innovation-focused approach reflects the company’s ambition to compete in a high-tech global marketplace.

Then FAMEX 2025 gets louder, because the company drops details on the Pegasus P-400T, including retractable reinforced landing gear and Garmin G1000 avionics.

The unveiling of the Pegasus PE-210A marks a significant turning point in Mexico's aviation industry. This fully domestic aircraft is not just a technological achievement; it represents a commitment to bolstering the nation’s economic growth and innovative capabilities. By focusing on local production, Oaxaca Aerospace is paving the way for job creation and enhancing the country's technological expertise.

Furthermore, the need for educational programs centered on aviation technology cannot be overstated. Such initiatives will be crucial in developing a skilled workforce that can meet the demands of the evolving aerospace market. As Mexico steps onto the global stage with its first homegrown aircraft, the emphasis on education and training will be vital to maintaining competitiveness in this dynamic industry.

Similar to Kansas officials demanding transgender drivers surrender licenses, this aircraft story raises a policy question.

Fourteen years of research and development by a 25-person engineering team led to Oaxaca Aerospace’s unveiling of the PE-210A at the recent Mexican Aerospace Fair.

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And once you hear “up to 600 horsepower” plus light weapon compatibility based on customer needs, it stops feeling like a demo and starts feeling like a roadmap.

A Homegrown Dream Takes Flight

Founded in 2011, Oaxaca Aerospace is a family-owned company headquartered in the southern state of Oaxaca. It was established with the singular goal of building aircraft entirely within Mexico. The venture was funded privately by the Fernández Group, without the backing of large investors or foreign capital.

“We’ve already fulfilled the dream; the plane is already flying,” Fernández said. “Now comes the second challenge: mass production.”

The unveiling of the Pegasus PE-210A signals not only a technological achievement but also a broader shift toward homegrown aerospace innovation in Mexico. With ambitious plans for future aircraft and a strong foundation in domestic design and engineering, Oaxaca Aerospace is positioning itself as a serious player in the international aviation industry.

That’s also why the 14-year, 25-person R&D story matters, because it sets up how Oaxaca Aerospace plans to keep scaling the PE-210A momentum into real jobs and training.</p>

The unveiling of the Pegasus PE-210A marks a monumental achievement for Mexico's aerospace industry, underscoring the potential for domestic innovation. As Mexico moves forward, it's crucial to maintain a focus on education and community engagement to cultivate a robust aviation sector. By investing in local talent and fostering a culture of innovation, Mexico can secure its place in the global aerospace landscape.

Mexico’s first homegrown aircraft is airborne, and now everyone’s waiting to see what Oaxaca builds next.

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