CITIC Offshore Helicopter, CITIC Financial Leasing and AutoFlight have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement that includes an order for 100 2-ton+ level electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, according an AutoFlight press release.
“The three parties announced on April 29 they will cooperate to accelerate the commercial application of eVTOL through eVTOL R&D and manufacturing, aviation operation experience and financial support,” said the report. “The 100-eVTOL aircraft order includes the 2-ton cargo eVTOL CarryAll and the 5-seater passenger eVTOLProsperity. The cooperation includes offshore operations, emergency rescue and high-end tourism.
“The parties also entered an agreement with Wutong Pavilion, located in the Wutong Mountain Scenic Area in Shenzhen, for aerial sightseeing and other purposes, creating a new benchmark for low-altitude tourism.”
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