Guangzhou, China, March 10th, 2025 — EHang (Nasdaq: EH), the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology platform company, announced the successful first flight of its EH216-S pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft in Mexico, marking the first flight of this aircraft type in Mexico. This groundbreaking achievement expands EHang's global presence for the EH216-S, bringing its flight footprint to the 19th countries. This milestone not only reinforces Mexico's significant role in the global UAM market but also propels the advancement of the global UAM industry. With its densely populated cities, vibrant tourism sector, and established manufacturing industry, Mexico provides an ideal environment for the growth of Advanced Air Mobility (“AAM”) solutions.
Image: EH216-S’s first flight in Mexico
The flight was successfully completed following the granting of a Special Airworthiness Certificate for the EH216-S Unmanned Aircraft System (“UAS”) by Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency (“AFAC”). The operational authorization process was rigorous and detailed, including technical document reviews, airworthiness inspections, operations manual approval, crew training and licensing, and compliance with aviation safety and operational standards in Mexico.
Image: AFAC issuing the Special Airworthiness Certificate for EH216-S
Image: AFAC, EHang, Air Mobility, and EH216-S
This achievement was made possible through the close coordination between Mexico’s AFAC, EHang, and its local partner, Air Mobility. As the local partner operating the EH216-S pilotless aircraft in Mexico, Air Mobility will continue to work alongside EHang to drive the growth of Mexico’s AAM industry and lay a strong foundation for future eVTOL commercial operations.
Image: Cristina Lara, Chief Executive Officer of Air Mobility, delivering a speech
Ms. Cristina Lara, Chief Executive Officer of Air Mobility said, “At Air Mobility, we are dedicated to bringing innovative and sustainable advanced air mobility solutions to the people in Mexico. We are thrilled to collaborate with EHang, the global leader in UAM, and work closely with AFAC to achieve this successful first flight. This is a significant step in realizing our vision of sustainable, safe, and efficient air mobility in Mexico.”
Image: Victoria Jing Xiang, Chief Operating Officer of EHang Europe and Latin America, delivering a speech
Ms. Victoria Jing Xiang, Chief Operating Officer of EHang Europe and Latin America, said, “Today’s successful first flight of the EH216-S pilotless eVTOL in Mexico marks a milestone in the development of Urban Air Mobility. Mexico’s proactive approach to innovation and regulation makes it an ideal place for the operation of pilotless eVTOL aircraft. This achievement demonstrates EHang's firm commitment to advancing safe, efficient, and sustainable aerial mobility globally. In the future, we will expand operations to more Latin American countries, expanding this safe, advanced, and sustainable air mobility to more cities, benefiting the people in Mexico, Latin America, and improving our lives.”
Image: Guests with the EH216-S on the day of the first flight in Mexico
Image: The signing of the Memoranda of Understanding on Strengthening Comprehensive Cooperation between the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) and Mexico（AFAC）in August 2023
The collaboration between Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency (“AFAC”) and the Civil Aviation Administration of China (“CAAC”) continues to strengthen. In August 2023, both parties signed a Strengthening Comprehensive Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement covers key areas such as environmental protection, operational safety, capacity building, and the regulation of unmanned aircraft systems. Through this international partnership, Mexico is accelerating the adoption of pilotless eVTOL aircraft technology and advanced aviation solutions. The successful first flight of the EH216-S in Mexico marks the beginning of urban air mobility solutions in Mexico and promotes the growth of the country's low-altitude economy. By integrating pilotless eVTOL aircraft into Mexico’s airspace, EHang and its partners are helping to shape the future of urban transportation, providing safe, sustainable, and efficient air mobility solutions for cities, businesses, and tourists.
About EHang
EHang (Nasdaq: EH) is the world’s leading urban air mobility (“UAM”) technology platform company. Our mission is to enable safe, autonomous, and eco-friendly air mobility accessible to everyone. EHang provides customers in various industries with unmanned aerial vehicle (“UAV”) systems and solutions: air mobility (including passenger transportation and logistics), smart city management, and aerial media solutions. EHang’s flagship product EH216-S has obtained the world’s first type certificate, production certificate and standard airworthiness certificate for pilotless eVTOL issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China. As the forerunner of cutting-edge UAV technologies and commercial solutions in the global UAM industry, EHang continues to explore the boundaries of the sky to make flying technologies benefit our life in smart cities. For more information, please visit www.ehang.com.
