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 developing the all-electric Lilium Jet eVTOL for autonomous, on-demand urban air service, aiming to revolutionize future mobility.
- The company has made key hires from automotive and aerospace industry leaders, including Mirko Reuter (Audi) for autonomous flight and Jakob Wäschenbach (Airbus) for aircraft assembly.
- With over $100 million invested, the Lilium Jet first flew in 2017 and is projected to achieve a range of 185 miles and a speed of 160 knots.
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