China’s EHang has launched the VT35, an autonomous eVTOL with a 124 mile range and has announced it has successfuly completed transition flight testing.
The VT35 eVTOL is an upgraded version of its earlier VT30 prototype and is designed for medium- to long-range applications including intercity, cross-sea, and cross-mountain transportation, according to the company. The aircraft features a tandem-wing layout with a two-seat configuration.
The aircraft employs eight distributed lift propellers for vertical takeoff and landing, transitioning to a pusher propeller and fixed wings for cruise flight. With a fully loaded design range of around 124 miles (200km), the VT35 measures approximately 26ft (8m) in length and wingspan, and 10ft (3m) in height, with a maximum takeoff weight of 2,094lb (950kg).
The compact dimensions reduce ground operational requirements and enhance compatibility with existing infrastructure, said EHang. The VT35 is compatible with existing EH216-S vertiports.
The aircraft incorporates autonomous flight systems and fleet management capabilities. The VT35 can operate automatically and enable coordinated fleet operations based on pre-set flight routes, according to EHang.
The aircraft is equipped with obstacle detection and avoidance systems. The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) accepted EHang’s type certificate application for the VT35 eVTOL aircraft in March 2025.
The model is currently undergoing airworthiness certification, with internal testing and experimental flights progressing. EHang announced the official price of the VT35 standard version in the China domestic market at RMB6.5 million (approximately US$915,000).
The aircraft is intended to provide transportation for both intra-city and intercity applications. Wang Zhao, chief operating officer of EHang, said, “VT35’s launch marks the evolution of EHang’s long-range product line and a major milestone towards our advanced air mobility vision.”
EHang also signed cooperation agreements with Zhejiang Zhiyi UAV Technology and Hainan Fuma General Aviation Industry Development for the purchase, promotion and operation of VT35s. A platform company of the Hefei Municipal Government in China has placed purchase orders for the VT35 aircraft said the company.
In August 2025, EHang and the Hefei Municipal Government signed an investment cooperation agreement to establish the VT35 series product hub in Hefei.
Huazhi Hu, founder, chairman, and CEO of EHang, said, “VT35, together with the urban-focused EH216-S, will form a comprehensive intelligent air mobility network connecting short- to mid-long-range scenarios.”
