Lilium, French Government in ‘Advanced’ Talks for eVTOL Jet Manufacturing Hub
The German manufacturer looks to expand its industrial footprint with the expansion of production capabilities into France.
The German manufacturer looks to expand its industrial footprint with the expansion of production capabilities into France.
The manufacturer called the acquisition the “first step” of its plan to build a facility capable of churning out 500 air taxis per year in 2025.
The aircraft will be evaluated in for-credit testing with the regulator, a crucial step in type certification for a new design.
The quality stand-downs will start at the Renton, Washington, factory.
The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) design is built for passenger, medical, cargo, and military use cases.
The eVTOL manufacturer says it’s ready to start building the first Lilium Jet models, which it plans to use for flight testing with EASA.
The California-based manufacturer also names Toyota executive to its board of directors.
The OEM noted supply chain challenges but an upbeat outlook for type certification and 2023 orders.
The S200 was the only aircraft the company created, so the move also closes the aircraft division of the company.
According to a report, the British engine-maker expects a full recovery of the widebody airliner market by 2024.