A Milestone for Large eVTOLs
AutoFlight, a Shanghai-based tech startup, has just delivered its V2000CG CarryAll, a tonne-class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed for unmanned, low-altitude transport. With a maximum takeoff weight of 2 tonnes (2,000 kilograms), this eVTOL sets a new bar for payload capacity in urban air mobility.
Certification Journey
Since acquiring its type certificate and production certificate last year, the V2000CG CarryAll earned its airworthiness certificate on Monday. These approvals mark critical steps toward commercial operations, ensuring the aircraft meets safety and quality standards for unmanned flights.
First Deployment in Guangzhou
The V2000CG CarryAll will be operated by a Guangzhou-based low-altitude transportation business. Its unmanned design is ideal for tasks ranging from rapid logistics and medical supply delivery to on-demand cargo transport, reducing ground congestion and cutting delivery times.
The Future of Urban Air Mobility
- Payload Capacity: 2 tonnes unlocks heavier cargo missions
- Efficiency: Electric propulsion reduces noise and emissions
- Scalability: Unmanned systems promise cost-effective operations
As cities around the world explore air corridors and regulatory frameworks for eVTOLs, AutoFlight’s breakthrough shows large-scale electric aircraft are closer to reality. For global travelers, tech enthusiasts, and sustainability advocates, this milestone highlights the growing impact of electric aviation on modern transport.
Reference(s):
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