“飞行汽车”订单爆发 阿联酋企业豪掷10亿美元采购

Core Insights - Autocraft signed a procurement agreement with Shide Technology for 350 E20 eVTOLs, amounting to $1 billion, marking the largest single eVTOL order in China to date [1] - The first batch of orders is expected to be delivered after obtaining airworthiness certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China [1] - Shide Technology's E20 eVTOL features a tilt-rotor design and all-electric drive, capable of carrying 5 passengers over a distance of 200 kilometers [1] - The airworthiness certification application for the E20 has been accepted by the East China Civil Aviation Administration, with expectations to complete certification and mass production by 2027 [1] - Technical exchanges between Shide Technology and representatives from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority were held to establish a foundation for the E20's commercial application in the UAE market [1] - The year 2025 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for the commercialization of China's low-altitude economy, with several manufacturers expected to receive confirmed orders [1] Industry Trends - Various manufacturers have announced significant orders in 2023, including Shide Technology's agreement with Bank of China Leasing for 100 E20 eVTOLs [2] - Other companies like Volant, Peak Flying, and Zero Gravity Aircraft have also reported receiving large procurement orders, often valued in the hundreds of millions [2] - The pricing of different eVTOL models varies, with the EH216-S priced at 2.39 million yuan per unit, while the E20 is estimated to exceed 20 million yuan per unit based on the recent order [2] - The procurement of eVTOLs is primarily concentrated among financial leasing institutions or state-owned enterprises, with direct purchases from Middle Eastern companies being relatively rare [2] - The financial leasing model for eVTOL procurement is modeled after large aircraft procurement practices, allowing operators to mitigate upfront costs through installment payments [3] - Financial leasing companies play a crucial role in supporting the aviation industry, contributing not only funding but also participating in market development and talent training [3]