On April 8th, according to official sources from EHang, the Civil Aviation Administration of China issued the first production license for a manned autonomous aircraft to EHang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. in Guangzhou. This marks the first production license granted globally within the eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft) industry.
The issuance of the license signifies EHang's EH216-S model's pioneering entry into large-scale production, providing vital assurance for future commercial operations.
It is understood that the Production License is a vital and crucial certificate issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China to aircraft manufacturers.
The latest evidence indicates that EHang has established a bulk production quality management system that meets the requirements of China's civil aviation airworthiness regulations and has been approved for continuous and bulk production.
Reportedly, the EH216-S is priced at 2.39 million CNY per unit according to official guidance in China.
The EH216-S, capable of accommodating two individuals, offers fully intelligent low-altitude flight and vertical takeoff and landing, all without the need for a runway.
With a length of 5.73 meters and a height of 1.93 meters, this aircraft can be fully charged within 2 hours. It boasts a top flying speed of 130 kilometers per hour, with a flight duration of 25 minutes and a designed range of 30 kilometers.
The EH216-S incorporates a redundant design for all critical flight components, including flight control systems, various sensors, power systems, batteries, and their management systems, ensuring maximum safety with multiple backups in place.
According to reports, the EH216-S has a wide range of applications, including passenger transport, tourism, logistics, and medical emergency services. To date, it has completed over 40,000 safe flights in 14 countries worldwide.
