China poised to embrace 100,000 eVTOLs as future air taxis by 2030

Dimsumdaily
November 27, 2024

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27th November 2024 – (Beijing) China could witness the deployment of 100,000 electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) as family vehicles and air taxis by 2030, according to a report released on Wednesday by the China Low Altitude Economic Alliance. This ambitious projection reflects the growing momentum behind eVTOL technology and its potential to transform urban transportation.

The report suggests that the large-scale commercialisation of eVTOLs will lead to significant cost reductions, thereby making these innovative aircraft more accessible to the general public. The China Low Altitude Economic Alliance anticipates that within the next two to three years, major cities across the country will establish comprehensive air transportation networks alongside the necessary ground service facilities to support low-altitude vehicles.

Key to this evolution are advancements in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and digital road infrastructure service networks. These innovations are expected to enhance the functionality and safety of unmanned air vehicles, paving the way for their widespread adoption.

Additionally, the report underscores the increasing significance of drones across various sectors, including logistics, agriculture, emergency rescue, urban management, and tourism. The alliance predicts that drones will become ubiquitous in these fields, further showcasing the potential of low-altitude airspace applications.

Founded in August 2023 and comprising over 100 enterprises, the China Low Altitude Economic Alliance aims to promote the advancement of low-altitude airspace applications and strategically plan for the industry’s future. With the backing of such a coalition, the prospects for eVTOLs and drone technology in China appear promising, potentially reshaping the landscape of urban mobility in the years ahead.