Core Insights - The rapid development of the low-altitude economy presents both significant opportunities and unprecedented risk management challenges, necessitating comprehensive insurance solutions [1][2][3] Industry Overview - The low-altitude economy encompasses four main sectors: low-altitude equipment manufacturing, flight safety assurance, operational services, and comprehensive services [2] - As of November 2024, there are nearly 19,000 drone operating companies in China, with 2.158 million registered drones, and drone flight hours reached 25.449 million, a 15.3% increase year-on-year [2] - The market size of China's low-altitude economy is projected to exceed 1.5 trillion yuan by 2025 and reach 3.5 trillion yuan by 2035 [2] Regulatory Environment - The implementation of the "Interim Regulations on the Management of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flights" mandates insurance for commercial drone operations, highlighting the growing importance of insurance in the low-altitude economy [3][4] - Regulatory requirements are aimed at enhancing risk management, compliance, and public safety within the industry [4] Insurance Market Response - Insurance companies are actively developing specialized insurance products to meet the risk management needs of the low-altitude economy, including property, liability, and accident insurance [5][6] - As of October 2024, several insurance products have been launched, including "low-altitude aircraft exclusive insurance" and "low-altitude insurance" tailored for specific regions [5][6] Challenges in Insurance Coverage - Current insurance products primarily focus on third-party liability and hull insurance, lacking coverage for cargo loss and operational interruption scenarios [8] - The rapid evolution of drone technology and the dynamic nature of associated risks necessitate more customized and flexible insurance solutions [8][9] Future Directions - There is a need for a unified national framework for low-altitude economy insurance, including standardized clauses and collaborative legislative efforts to enhance operational effectiveness [10] - The development of specialized insurance products, such as operational interruption and cargo transport insurance, is essential for comprehensive risk coverage in the low-altitude economy [10]