EHang Expects Chinese Certification of Autonomous Air Taxi by Mid-2022

Electric, vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer EHang said it’s planning to win type certification in China of its 216-S two-seat, autonomous air taxi by the middle of 2022.

Thom Patterson

Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 12:19 PM ET

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EHang says its two-seat autonomous air taxi has a top speed of 130 km/h (70 knots), a payload capacity of 220 kg, and a range of 35 km (19 nm). [Courtesy EHang]

Key Takeaways:

EHang is targeting mid-2022 type certification in China for its 216-S two-seat autonomous air taxi, aiming to be the first globally to launch commercial passenger service shortly after.
The company has conducted over 20,000 trial flights across 11 countries, developed a centralized AAV management platform, and opened a 5G Intelligent Air Mobility Experience Center in Guangzhou.
China's civil aviation regulator (CAAC) has issued a special conditions document supporting the 216-S certification, providing a foundation for AAV airworthiness in China.
Despite a decrease in 2021 revenues, EHang projects a significant revenue rebound in 2022, primarily from air mobility uses like aerial sightseeing, firefighting, and logistics, while maintaining high R&D spending.

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Electric, vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer EHang (NASDAQ: EH) said it’s planning to win type certification in China of its 216-S two-seat, autonomous air taxi by the middle of 2022.

The China-based company wants to begin commercial passenger service shortly after certification. “We aim to be the first firm to launch commercial operational service in the world, probably in the second half of the year,” said Edward Xu, EHang’s chief strategy officer.