Lilium Becomes First eVTOL Manufacturer with FAA, EASA Certification Bases
The FAA has issued a G-1 Certification Basis for the German air taxi firm’s seven-seater Lilium Jet.
The FAA has issued a G-1 Certification Basis for the German air taxi firm’s seven-seater Lilium Jet.
Chinese firm’s Prosperity I aircraft recently completed the longest eVTOL flight on record.
Startup promises efficient and ultraquiet eVTOL flights using magnetic levitation technology.
Launch timeline positions the German company as the first eVTOL manufacturer to begin routine flights.
Company is planning to sell 100 eVTOLs and develop sales, service, and vertiport infrastructure.
Israel-based company represents one of a handful of firms that are producing eVTOLs for personal use.
The model will be used for type certification already underway with the FAA.
Tilt-wing eVTOL manufacturer is targeting prototype flight testing by 2024 and serial production by 2025.
Former acting FAA Administrator is tasked with helping the company through the eVTOL-certification process.
British company will build its signature Islander twin at Bembridge, its historic home.