EH216
The EH216-S is a two-seat, battery-powered eVTOL aircraft developed by EHang Holdings, designed for pilotless autonomous operation. It is the first eVTOL to receive a full suite of Chinese airworthiness certifications and is available for purchase in China and global markets.
Overview and Use Cases
The EH216-S is an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developed by EHang Holdings, headquartered in Guangzhou, China. It is designed for autonomous, pilotless operation with no onboard pilot required. The aircraft is intended for passenger transport and has undergone operational demonstration flights in multiple countries including China, Qatar, and Mexico.
Key Capabilities
- Autonomous Operation: Fully pilotless design with ground-based command-and-control infrastructure and UTM (Unmanned Traffic Management) support
- Passenger Capacity: Accommodates up to 2 passengers
- Electric Propulsion: Battery-powered aircraft with zero direct emissions
- Range: Approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles) per flight
- Speed: Cruise speed of up to 130 kilometers per hour (81 mph)
- Vertical Flight: Capable of vertical takeoff and landing, eliminating the need for conventional runways
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | 2 passengers |
| Propulsion | Battery-electric |
| Range | ~32 km (20 miles) |
| Cruise Speed | ~130 kph (81 mph) |
| Operation Type | Fully autonomous (pilotless) |
| Pilot Requirements | None |
Certifications and Regulatory Status
The EH216-S holds a full suite of airworthiness certifications from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), including:
- Type Certificate
- Production Certificate
- Standard Airworthiness Certificate
It is the first eVTOL aircraft to receive this complete set of CAAC certifications.
Pricing and Availability
As of April 1, 2024, the aircraft is priced at RMB 2.39 million (approximately $338,000 USD) in China and $410,000 USD in global markets. EHang Holdings is listed on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker symbol EH.
Operations Model
The EH216-S operates under a ground-based command-and-control oversight model, with Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) infrastructure supporting flight operations. Operational demonstrations have been conducted across multiple jurisdictions to validate the autonomous flight platform and operational procedures.
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