Urban Air Mobility (UAM) is revolutionizing the way we think about transportation, and EHang is at the forefront of this technological advancement. With the recent announcement of Japan’s first UAM Centre in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, EHang is setting a new standard for air mobility in the region. The facility serves as a demonstration flight site, ground infrastructure, and maintenance base for EHang’s pilotless electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including the EH216-S.
The EH216-S, EHang’s flagship eVTOL aircraft, recently completed its first flight in the Kanto region, showcasing its capabilities for aerial sightseeing and transportation. The UAM Centre, established through a strategic partnership between EHang and AirX Inc., offers hangars with capacity for approximately 25 EH216-S aircraft, as well as a shared landing platform for both helicopters and eVTOLs.
EHang’s expansion into the Japanese market is a testament to the company’s commitment to promoting safe, autonomous, and environmentally friendly UAM solutions. The EH216-S has already conducted flights in 12 cities in Japan, demonstrating its versatility in use cases such as aerial sightseeing, island transportation, aerial logistics, and emergency services.
The collaboration between EHang and AirX Inc. is paving the way for the future of air mobility in Japan. With plans to offer air sightseeing services using the EH216-S eVTOL aircraft, AirX aims to launch additional UAM Centres in Tokyo, further solidifying its commitment to transforming the transportation landscape in Japan.
As EHang continues to drive the advancement of UAM in Japan and beyond, the possibilities for the future of urban air mobility are endless. From enhancing public transportation to revolutionizing aerial logistics, EHang’s innovative eVTOL technology is reshaping the way we think about transportation.
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