Two of EHang’s self-flying EH216-S air taxis lift off together from Paddy Field Park in Taiyuan, Shanxi, China. [Courtesy: EHang]
Key Takeaways:
EHang has expanded its eVTOL air taxi operations, conducting debut passenger-carrying flights in Taiyuan, China, following previous flights in Guangzhou and Hefei.
The company is collaborating with Xishan Tourism to establish aerial tourism and sightseeing services, supported by significant aircraft deliveries and a larger purchase agreement.
EHang's EH216-S holds a significant lead in the global market, being the first and only eVTOL design to receive comprehensive certifications (type, airworthiness, and mass production approval) from China's Civil Aviation Authority.
Chinese electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi manufacturer EHang is taking to the skies of inland China.
After completing the world’s first electric air taxi flights in Guangzhou and Hefei in December, EHang on Sunday made debut passenger carrying flights in the city of Taiyuan.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
