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Lilium Becomes Latest eVTOL Company to Go Public

Lilium is seeking to launch in the commercial market in 2024. Lilium
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Key Takeaways:

  • Air taxi developer Lilium officially launched on the Nasdaq stock exchange (trading as LILM) after merging with SPAC Qell Acquisition Group, securing about $584 million in proceeds.
  • Lilium's public debut is part of a growing trend in the eVTOL industry, following competitors like Joby Aviation and preceding Archer Aviation in going public via SPACs.
  • The company aims for a commercial launch in 2024 for its seven-seater eVTOL aircraft, designed for sustainable, high-speed regional air travel with a 150-mile range and 175 mph cruise speed, with crewed testing expected by late 2022.
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Air taxi developer Lilium officially launched on the Nasdaq stock exchange Wednesday, days after shareholders of special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Qell Acquisition Group approved a merger on September 10.

The Germany-based company is now trading as “LILM.”

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