Core Insights - The establishment of the first low-altitude aircraft aerodynamic research wind tunnel in Guangdong marks a significant advancement in the infrastructure for low-altitude economic research in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [1][2] - The wind tunnel integrates advantages of aviation-grade wind tunnels and industrial-grade wind walls, filling a gap in transitioning from laboratory research to real-world validation for low-altitude aircraft [1] - The comprehensive testing ground for unmanned systems, which includes both physical and digital testing environments, enhances the capabilities for product quality assurance and technical validation for drone manufacturers and research institutions [1][2] Industry Developments - Guangdong has approved nearly 10 major low-altitude economic projects since June 2025, with a total investment exceeding 6.6 billion yuan, indicating a robust growth trajectory in the low-altitude economy [2] - The Guangdong Provincial Government has outlined a development plan for the low-altitude economy from 2024 to 2026, proposing 29 initiatives aimed at achieving a scale of over 300 billion yuan by 2026 [2] Competitive Advantages - The Greater Bay Area's advantages lie in strong policy support, a complete industrial chain, and diverse application scenarios, particularly in cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Zhuhai [3][4] - Guangzhou is rapidly developing in sectors such as flying cars and agricultural drones, supported by local companies like Guangzhou Automobile Group and Xiaopeng Huitian [3] - Shenzhen boasts a mature drone industry chain with leading companies such as DJI and others, forming a comprehensive ecosystem for drone manufacturing and development [3] - Zhuhai serves as a key base for general aviation, housing significant companies like AVIC General Aircraft, contributing to a well-rounded general aviation industry chain [3] Future Prospects - The low-altitude economy in Guangdong is expected to expand into various applications, including air logistics, commuting, and tourism, with significant growth potential in related infrastructure such as control centers and data hubs [4]

粤港澳大湾区低空经济基础科研平台建设取得新突破！7月16日，国内首个专注低空飞行器气动研究的复合型风洞在广东空天科技研究院（以下简称"广天 院"）正式落成并启用。 该风洞将传统航空风洞与无人机风墙测试系统相结合，是国内首个针对低空飞行器气动力特性研究和测试的4.5m量级风洞，填补了低空飞行器从实验室研 究到真实场景验证的基础设施空白。 风洞实验展示。 全空间无人体系综合试验场也在同日启用。该试验场包括物理试验场和数字试验场，物理试验场由33平方公里空域、垂直起降场、滑行跑道、5G-A通感一 体网络、测风雷达等组成，数字试验场包括协同设计平台、超算中心、数字孪生中心以及全空间无人体系管理服务平台。 风洞内部。 在风洞实验展示环节，广天院飞演指控中心与试验现场实时联动，主屏幕实时展示总装总测厂房内风墙抗风试验现场、流场可视化试验现场，展示低空飞行 器风洞在气动特性测试方面的强大能力，以及在解决低空飞行器复杂气动力问题中的关键作用。 据悉，低空飞行器风洞可满足7级风抗风性试验的持续风、阵风、切向风要求。 广天院依托低空飞行器风洞、全空间无人体系综合试验场等公共技术服务平台，可向无人机制造企业、科研院所、政府监管机构 ...