The fledgling eVTOL aircraft maker could still have a bright future.Archer Aviation (ACHR -8.51%), a developer of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, hasn't impressed too many investors since it went public by merging with a special-purpose acquisition (SPAC) company on Sept. 20, 2021. The combined company's stock started trading at $9.40 per share, but it didn't initially go much higher and subsequently sank to an all-time low of $1.63 on Dec. 27, 2022.Like many other SPAC-backed compa ...

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [1] Core Insights - 2024 is identified as the inaugural year for the low-altitude economy, with the industry still in its early stages facing various challenges such as unclear development directions, lack of standards and regulations, insufficient infrastructure, and application scenarios yet to be developed [5][11] - A significant number of local governments have issued specific policies to support the low-altitude economy, categorized into two types: "Action Plans" and "Several Measures," both typically spanning three years until 2026/2027 [5][11] - The total planned industry scale across 22 provinces that have released "Action Plans" amounts to 1.71 trillion yuan, with nearly 100 core enterprises and over 8,000 industry chain companies identified [7][11] Summary by Sections Section 1: Action Plans - 22 out of 31 provincial-level administrative regions have released "Action Plans," focusing on industry scale, core enterprise cultivation, industry chain composition, take-off and landing sites, general airports, route development, flight volume, and application scenario development [7][9] - Key regions leading the low-altitude economy development include the Greater Bay Area, Yangtze River Delta, and Sichuan-Chongqing region, with ambitious targets set [7][9] - The planned industry scale in key provincial-level administrative regions includes 3 trillion yuan for Guangdong, 500 billion yuan for Shanghai, and 1 trillion yuan for Beijing [8][9] Section 2: Several Measures - Local governments are providing substantial financial support through various measures, including tax incentives, infrastructure funding, and operational subsidies for low-altitude economy enterprises [13][16] - Specific financial support includes zero tariffs on certain aviation-related imports, tax reductions, and direct funding for infrastructure projects [13][16] - The measures also encompass operational subsidies for different types of aircraft, with specific rates for eVTOL and drone operations [14][16] Section 3: Rapid Industry Actions - The low-altitude economy is witnessing swift actions and project launches driven by policy guidance, with a focus on cultivating the aircraft industry chain, including manufacturing, certification, and sales [17][18] - Major players in the eVTOL sector are actively developing new aircraft, with expectations for significant advancements in certification and operational readiness by 2026-2027 [18]

Core Viewpoint - Blue Sky Aviation Technology (Jinan) Co., Ltd. is focused on developing and manufacturing large-range tilt-rotor eVTOL aircraft, aiming to reshape the air cargo market and promote high-end, intelligent, and green development in the aviation manufacturing industry [3][6]. Funding and Company Background - Blue Sky Aviation has recently completed several rounds of angel financing, raising tens of millions of yuan, with funds allocated for aircraft product development [3]. - The company was established in June 2024 and positions itself as the first manufacturer of range-extended tilt-rotor eVTOL aircraft in China [3]. Product Development and Technology - The first product, the Blue Sky LX-1, is set to complete design, production, and test flights within the year [2][12]. - The LX-1 utilizes a tilt-rotor configuration combined with a range-extended power system, which is deemed more efficient and reliable for aircraft over one ton in takeoff weight [6][7]. - The LX-1 can achieve a maximum takeoff weight of 2.5 tons, a flight duration exceeding 5 hours, and a range of 1000 kilometers, with a maximum payload close to one ton [7]. Market Potential and Strategy - The global logistics eVTOL market is projected to grow from $20.4 million in 2024 to over $168.2 million by 2031, with a compound annual growth rate of 35.7% [10]. - Blue Sky Aviation aims to address the trade-off between speed and cost in air cargo, providing a more cost-effective solution through technological innovation and operational optimization [10][11]. - The company plans to implement a cross-regional strategy focusing on intercity, island, mountainous, and both long and short-distance cargo transport [11]. Team and Expertise - The CEO, Wang Gang, has 17 years of experience in UAV design and development, previously leading projects for popular UAV models [12]. - The technical team comprises experts from the China Aerospace Aerodynamics Technology Research Institute, ensuring strong capabilities in various fields related to aircraft design and control systems [11][12].

成为行业先烈。 作者 I 杨文静 报道 I 投资界PEdaily 一家低空独角兽倒在了2025年前夕。 近日，德国电动垂直起降（eVTOL）飞行器明星公司Vo l oc opt e r在官网正式发布公告，公司已向卡尔斯鲁厄地方法院申请启动破产程 序。至此，我们看到了继Lili um后第二家低空独角兽陨落。 成立于2011年，Vol oc o pt e r是全球最早的eVTOL项目之一，也是全球第一个实现载人离地的eVTOL。一路走来，Vo l oc op t e r从一个简 陋的机身到多次试飞，并即将实现商业化，几乎赶在了行业发展的最前沿，却在迈向市场的最后一步倒下了。 刚刚，一家低空鼻祖倒下 在官网介绍里，Vol oc opt e r把公司称为"魔法发生的地方"（WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS）。 这家创业公司有超过50 0名员工，来自于全球60多个国家，产品已经过20 00多次试飞，此前Vol o c opt e r称，"在短短十年内，我们比 eVTOL历史上的任何一家公司都走得更远。" 故事要从2011年说起，彼时还在德国西门子工作的斯蒂芬·沃尔夫（St e pha n Wolf）萌生了 ...

已签订战略合作及意向订单860余架、意向订单金额220亿元。 本文为IPO早知道原创 作者｜Stone Jin 微信公众号｜ipozaozhidao 据IPO早知道消息，沃兰特航空日前完成数亿元人民币Pre-B轮融资，本轮融资由建发新兴投资、元 璟资本、千乘资本、张科垚坤基金、中国互联网投资基金等知名机构参与，并获得老股东君联资本、 北京机器人产业基金、燕创资本、晶凯资本追加投资。 值得注意的是，这是自今年三月以来沃兰特航空完成的第六轮融资，累计融资金额超过1.5亿美元， 这一资金的获得将加速VE25验证机型的研发，有效推动VE25-100的适航取证与商业化落地，进一 步巩固沃兰特航空在低空经济eVTOL领域的领先地位。 成立于2021年6月的沃兰特航空是一家专业从事电动垂直起降飞行器（Electric Vertical Take- Off and Landing，简称eVTOL）研制的高科技公司。沃兰特以客运级eVTOL技术研发、设计、制 造为核心业务，VE25型eVTOL是其主力产品，目前其产品技术参数、性能都居于国内领先水平。 目前 ， 沃兰特航空已经与南航通航、中航材航空救援、华夏飞滴科技、亚捷航空集 ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on June 24, 2024 Registration No. 333-280086 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 to FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 NEW HORIZON AIRCRAFT LTD. (Address, Including Zip Code, and Telephone Number, Including Area Code, of Registrant's Principal Executive Offices) Brandon Robinson Chief Executive Officer 7219 Eventrail Drive Powell, OH, 43065 Tel: (613) 866-1935 (Name, Ad ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 29, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 2 to FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 NEW HORIZON AIRCRAFT LTD. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) British Columbia 3721 N/A (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 3187 Highway 35 ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) to FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 NEW HORIZON AIRCRAFT LTD. Brandon Robinson Chief Executive Officer 3187 Highway 35 Lindsay, Ontario, K9V 4R1 Tel: (613) 866-1935 (Name, Address, Including Zip Code, and Telephone Number, Including Area Code, of Agent for Servi ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 14, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 NEW HORIZON AIRCRAFT LTD. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) British Columbia 3721 N/A (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 3187 Highway 35 Lindsay, Ontario ...

As filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 14, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 NEW HORIZON AIRCRAFT LTD. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) British Columbia 3721 N/A (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 3187 Highway 35 Lindsay, Ontario ...