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Core Insights - Volant Aviation showcased its eVTOL Skylar (VE25-100) at the first International Low Altitude Economy Expo, signing a tripartite cooperation agreement with Pan-Pacific Co., Ltd. (Thailand) and China Aviation Technology International Engineering Co., Ltd. [1] - Pan-Pacific has placed an order for 500 units of the Skylar eVTOL, amounting to $1.75 billion, marking the largest procurement order in China's eVTOL industry to date [1] - The Skylar eVTOL can carry six passengers and has a range of 200-400 kilometers, making it the most versatile high-grade passenger eVTOL product in China [1] Company and Industry Developments - The eVTOLs will be utilized in various scenarios including passenger transport, sightseeing tourism, and emergency rescue across regions such as Thailand, Maldives, Southeast Asia, and Africa [1] - Pan-Pacific's chairman emphasized the suitability of eVTOL technology for enhancing efficient travel in Southeast Asia's multi-island geography, highlighting the company's extensive involvement in over 30 international projects across emerging sectors [2] - The collaboration aims to leverage local infrastructure and population density to facilitate the commercial rollout of eVTOLs, with a focus on pilot training, maintenance, and the development of vertical takeoff and landing points [2] - China Aviation Technology International Engineering Co., Ltd. aims to promote the international development of China's eVTOL industry through cooperation in aircraft exports, airport construction, and aviation transport network layout [3] - The unique technological advantages of China's eVTOLs in flight control, avionics, and battery management systems are expected to support the global expansion of the eVTOL ecosystem [3]