The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) in a Linkedin post reports it has adopted the proposals presented by EHANG EHang Intelligent under its Global Fast-Track Programme, aimed at establishing the first electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) sandbox in Sri Lanka, with a target of achieving initial sandbox commercialisation within four months.
“The development follows a series of discussions between EHang Intelligent and the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation, followed by technical engagements with the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) to assess the proposed approach for introducing eVTOL operations in Sri Lanka,” according to the post. The CAASL team and EHang representatives have held detailed discussions on the proposed Global Fast-Track Programme, including the implementation pathway, regulatory requirements, operational framework, aircraft and technical requirements, infrastructure, airspace considerations, maintenance arrangements, personnel requirements and other matters relevant to the establishment of an eVTOL sandbox, said CAASL.
“The proposed programme is designed to provide a structured and accelerated pathway for the assessment and introduction of eVTOL operations, while ensuring that all applicable regulatory, operational and safety requirements are addressed throughout the implementation process,” said CAASL.
“The adoption of the proposed fast-track approach marks an important milestone in Sri Lanka’s efforts to embrace Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and emerging aviation technologies. The four-month target reflects the proposed implementation timeline and remains subject to the successful completion of the required regulatory, technical, operational and safety assessments and approvals.”
Further technical engagement will continue between EHang and the relevant CAASL inspectors and technical teams to progress the necessary regulatory and operational requirements for the proposed sandbox.
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