Munich, Germany-based upstart Lilium GmbH has hired a series of key officials as it continues the development of its miniature all-electric eVTOL – the Lilium Jet. Plans are for the Lilium Jet to fly autonomously to provide on-demand air service in urban areas. This sounds like a lofty goal, but you can expect to start seeing more and more of it as autonomous cars are also becoming a reality. However, it will likely be several years before we see autonomous flight in densely populated areas.
Lilium Hires Key Officials to Advance Electric Jet
Key Takeaways:
- Lilium GmbH is actively developing its all-electric eVTOL, the Lilium Jet, which is intended for autonomous, on-demand urban air service.
- To advance its goal of revolutionizing urban mobility, Lilium has recruited key officials from automotive (Audi) and aerospace (Airbus) industries for roles such as head of autonomous flight, head of aircraft assembly, and general counsel.
- With over $100 million in funding, the Lilium Jet, which first flew in 2017, is projected to achieve speeds of 160 knots and a range of approximately 185 miles.
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