2024年中国低空经济前景研究报告：垂直起降

Market Overview - The global drone market size reached $31.5 billion in 2023, with a projected annual growth rate of around 10$40 billion by 2026[11] - China's low-altitude economy is expected to account for 50% of the global market within 5 years, driven by the influence of Chinese drone companies[88] Industry Applications - Logistics and passenger transport are expected to account for over 95% of the total economic benefits in the low-altitude economy[56] - China's drone operations market is dominated by surveying and inspection applications, accounting for 84% of total drone operations[154] Technology Trends - eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft are considered the most suitable for urban low-altitude economic construction[43] - Hydrogen fuel cells are emerging as a promising energy source for long-range and heavy-load applications in low-altitude transportation[98] Infrastructure Development - Ground infrastructure, including urban takeoff and landing platforms and air traffic management systems, is crucial for the development of the low-altitude economy[50] - China has established 254 low-altitude airspace zones and 12 visual flight routes across 14 provinces, covering 33% of the national airspace[27] Policy and Regulation - The Chinese government has implemented a three-phase reform of low-altitude airspace management since 2000, with the latest phase focusing on collaborative management[27] - Key policy terms include "support," "economy," "construction," "management," and "incentives," reflecting the government's focus on industry development[149]