Aerofugia, the low-altitude general aviation company established by Geely Holding Group announced that their prototype AE200-100 6-seats eVTOL urban mobility aircraft has begun production.
The start of production for the prototype vehicle marks a significant milestone in the development of large-scale passenger eVTOL vehicles and also signifies that the AE-200-100 has entered the final stages for its airworthiness certification, pre-production, and ultimate mass-production.
The AE200-100 is the first independently developed product from Aerofugia. The prototype variant unveiled debuts an innovative “eight-rotor, four-tilted-wing” configuration. As a 6-seat all-electric piloted manned eVTOL aircraft, AE200 offers multiple advantages including safety, economy, comfort, and environmental protection.
The successful start of production for the prototype AE200 demonstrates Aerofugia’s commanding lead in the low-altitude aviation sector. After completing the necessary airworthiness certification and type certification, the production variant of the AE200 will begin widespread commercialization.
To date, Aerofugia has already secured over 1,000 commercial orders for the AE200, with first-year production capacity fully booked amid strong market demand. Orders have come from major metropolitan regions in China and abroad including Sichuan Airlines, Hualong Airlines, Shenzhen City Transportation Low-Altitude Operational Center, Thailand’s SIT, etc.
The impressive first-year performance of the company and the soon to be produced AE200 has demonstrated the market’s recognition of eVTOL technology and its high potential. With a range of 200 km, the AE200 is able to be utilized in areas such as urban air mobility, low-altitude tourism, and emergency rescue. In addition, the electric drive system of the AE200 significantly reduces operating costs compared to conventional helicopters. The AE200 has already successfully completed its all-tilt transition flight test, becoming the second in the world and the first manned eVTOL in China to complete this project.
With a full first year order book, Aerofugia plans to accelerate the comprehensive commercialization of eVTOL products and technologies.
