Low-altitude economy attracts more aero firms

Ongoing industry expo in Shanghai showcasing cutting-edge eVTOL products

Eyeing China's booming low-altitude mobility sector, a number of companies unveiled their latest cutting-edge products and solutions at the first International Advanced Air Mobility Expo, which kicked off on Wednesday in Shanghai and will run through Saturday.

With participation of nearly 300 exhibitors from around the globe, the event is expected to attract over 50,000 visitors, event organizers said.

A variety of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft are on display. For example, Vector5 — the world's first large payload eVTOL aircraft designed by Vision Aero Ltd for emergency medical service and search and rescue — was unveiled at the event.