The CarryAll V2000CG, developed by Chinese company Autoflight, received its flight permit in China last week

The CarryAll V2000CG, developed by Chinese company Autoflight (Photo: Autoflight)

The CarryAll V2000CG, an innovative electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developed by Shanghai-based AutoFlight, has achieved a significant milestone in aviation history.

The rise of Chinese eVTOL manufacturers: Who are the key players in the market ?

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The electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft industry is rapidly evolving, with China emerging as a global leader in this transformative sector. As urban air mobility (UAM) gains traction worldwide, Chinese manufacturers are at the forefront of innovation, regulatory advancements, and market expansion.

The electric car revolution could continue in the air

In the wake of the automotive electric revolution, the sky appears to be the next frontier. A segment once earmarked for futuristic sci-fi flicks, air taxis and electric flying cars are rapidly transitioning from fantasy to reality. As metropolises sprawl and urban traffic congestion worsens, the push for novel transit solutions intensifies.

Unmanned aerial taxis flew in a unique formation

In a spectacular display of technological prowess, Autoflight, a joint venture between German and Chinese talents, recently showcased the advanced capabilities of their newest Prosperity aircraft. This cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing – a type of aircraft that can take off, hover and land vertically) astonishingly covered a distance of 250 kilometres within a span of 98 minutes, solely powered by its onboard battery.