Aircraft
Deliveries Increase as EHang Works to Boost eVTOL Aircraft Performance
Chinese manufacturing wants to extend range with solid-state batteries
EHang EH216-S eVTOL aircraft flight
EHang has flown its EH216-S eVTOL aircraft with power from new solid-state batteries it said will extend range.

EHang has is ramping up production rates for its EH216-S two-passenger autonomous eVTOL aircraft. Reporting third quarter financial results on November 18, the Chinese company said it delivered 63 units in the three months ending on September 30, which was a 29% increase on output for the second quarter.

The latest financial results have been released at a time when EHang is seeking to expand its aircraft family and boost performance. It aims to achieve these objectives through the adoption of new solid state batteries and an improved electric propulsion system being developed with Chinese partner Zhuhai Enpower Electric, which specializes in electric motors and motor controllers primarily for cars.

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