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aerospacetechnology1 year ago

"Lilium: Revolutionizing Air Travel from the Inside Out"

German aerospace company Lilium aims to revolutionize air travel with its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, targeting zero emissions and a meaningful reduction in CO2 emissions. With a successful prototype test in 2022, the company plans to enter service by 2026 and has attracted investment from Tencent and Earlybird Venture Capital. Priced at $9 million for a premium market jet and $7 million for a six-seater version, Lilium differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on regional flights and utilizing jet technology for longer range.

transportation2 years ago

Lilium's Electric Jets Gain EU Approval for Flying Taxis

German air taxi firm Lilium has received regulatory approval from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency to design and operate its electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles. The approval, known as "Design Organization Approval," allows Lilium to manufacture its aircraft while industry rules are being developed. The company aims to launch commercial flights by 2025 and faces competition from Boeing, Airbus, and German start-up Volocopter in the emerging air taxi market.