EHang’s flying cab is already on sale in China and is priced at 300,000 euros. This aerial vehicle, the first of its kind to be commercially enabled, represents a significant advance toward a new era in autonomous air transportation.
EH216-S has passed many tests
EHang, a leading Chinese company specializing in drone development, introduced its EH216-S flying cab to the market. This eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing), noted for its ability to take-off and land vertically, has already performed more than 42,000 test flights in 14 different countries, demonstrating its compliance with the highest safety and reliability standards for pilotless operation.
Moment of the maiden flight of the EH216-S in Japan. Source: EHang
The EH216-S, designed for two passengers, can reach cruising speeds of 100 km/h and top speeds of 130 km/h, flying at altitudes of up to 3,000 meters. Its flight autonomy is approximately 25 minutes over a distance of 30 kilometers, although its battery requires two hours to fully recharge.
It is important to mention that just a few weeks ago the company had revealed the price of the flying cab . However, this was only a suggested retail price.
EHang’s flying cab future
EHang envisions a future where it will not only be used as a cab, but also in applications including sightseeing tours, airport transfers and inter-island transportation. To realize this vision, the company has established partnerships with local authorities, seeking to promote the development of infrastructure for the low-altitude aviation economy.
The EH216-S flying cab is now on sale on Taobao, the Chinese e-commerce giant, for a price of 2.39 million yuan. This launch not only opens the door to a revolution in urban transportation, but also offers the people of China the unique opportunity to be early adopters of this cutting-edge technology.
The commercialization of the EH216-S by EHang is a clear indication of the rapid technological advancement and growing acceptance of innovative and sustainable transport solutions. This event highlights progress in unmanned aerial vehicle technology and raises important questions about regulation, infrastructure and safety in future aviation.
As we move into this new era, it will be crucial to develop regulatory and infrastructure frameworks that ensure the safe integration of these vehicles into urban airspace, paving the way for more efficient and sustainable mobility.
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