Elytra

Elytra

How to Obtain Elytra

Elytra are wings that allow players to glide through the air, providing the closest thing to flight in survival Minecraft.

How to obtain:

  • Found in end ships in the outer End islands
  • Each end ship contains exactly one elytra
  • Cannot be crafted or obtained from villagers
  • Can be repaired with phantom membranes

Tip: Combine multiple methods—looting structures, trading with villagers, or farming mobs—to gather elytra more reliably.

Technical Stats

  • Stack Size: 1
  • Renewable: No

Variants & Interactions

Key Interactions:

  • Repair with phantom membranes (or Mending via XP)
  • Must be gliding before using rockets

Uses for Elytra

  • Gliding through the air
  • Fast transportation over long distances
  • Exploring difficult terrain
  • Performing aerial stunts

Fun Fact

Elytra were added in the 1.9 Combat Update and were the first item to give players the ability to fly in survival mode without commands or mods.

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FAQ

  • Why won’t rockets boost me?

    Start gliding first (jump from height, press jump in air), then use a rocket while airborne to gain speed.

  • How do I repair elytra?

    Use an anvil with phantom membranes, or apply Mending and feed it XP orbs while worn.

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