Chinese aviation company eHang has just unveiled the VT35 eVTOL, its new electric and autonomous aircraft designed for air taxi service without the need for a pilot.
According to information from the website New Atlas, the aircraft was officially presented at an event held last Monday (13) in Hefei, China.
According to the report, the VT35 does away with the traditional cockpit full of controls, offering luxurious seats with doors that allow boarding without the need for stairs or ramps.
Inside the aircraft, passengers are welcomed by a large display showing their flight path, travel details, as well as onboard climate control and entertainment options.
The VT35 features eight lift rotors and one propulsion rotor, allowing for a range of 200 km and up to 60 minutes of flight time with a full battery charge.
Although eHang has not yet released further details, New Atlas suggests that its ambitions for the VT35 include intercity flights within China.
“Major central cities in China are about to enter the era of urban air taxi flight scenarios,” said Zhao Wang, Chief Operating Officer of eHang, in a statement.
If successful, the VT35 could take the lead in the air taxi market with electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), competing directly with companies such as Joby and Archer.
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