Core Viewpoint - The low-altitude economy sector underperformed the broader market during the period from August 18 to August 31, with various indices showing mixed performance [1][2]. Market Performance - The Wind Low Altitude Economy Index increased by 3.12%, lagging behind the Shanghai Composite Index by 1.24 percentage points, the CSI 300 Index by 3.88 percentage points, and the ChiNext Index by 10.92 percentage points [1][2]. - The National General Aviation Index rose by 6.85%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 2.49 percentage points but underperforming the CSI 300 Index by 0.15 percentage points and the ChiNext Index by 7.19 percentage points [1][2]. Policy Developments - The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council released opinions on promoting high-quality urban development, emphasizing the need to cultivate new economic drivers, including the low-altitude economy [2]. - Various provinces, including Anhui and Guangdong, have initiated measures to support the development of the low-altitude economy, focusing on infrastructure and regulatory frameworks [3]. Investment Projects - Hefei has launched a special bond project for low-altitude economic infrastructure, with an investment scale of 18.6 billion yuan [3]. - EHang signed an investment cooperation agreement with the Hefei government to establish a headquarters for its VT35 series eVTOL products, with a total investment of approximately 1 billion yuan [3]. Orders and Agreements - Volant Aviation and Agricultural Bank of China Leasing signed a procurement order for 120 Tianxing aircraft, totaling 3 billion yuan [4]. - FeiHang Technology and FeiBa signed a procurement agreement for 45 Zhuque eVTOL aircraft, with specific models catering to urban logistics and diverse travel needs [4]. Technological Advancements - The GOVY AirJet received a special flight permit from the Civil Aviation Administration of China, highlighting its safety and compliance for commercial operations [4]. - Zero Gravity and Zhengli New Energy signed a strategic cooperation agreement for aviation batteries, marking the start of mass delivery for the RX1E series electric aircraft [5]. Funding and Development - Dream Aerospace completed over 100 million yuan in Pre-A++ and strategic round financing, aimed at product certification and team expansion [6]. - The global first pure electric flying car, Alef, has begun test operations after receiving special airworthiness certification from the FAA [6]. Investment Recommendations - The national strategy focuses on the low-altitude economy, with various local governments implementing development policies and state-owned enterprises establishing low-altitude companies [7]. - Key application scenarios include low-altitude logistics and tourism, with significant orders for leading eVTOL manufacturers indicating a clear trend towards large-scale industry development [7].