EHang Partners with Changchun to Launch 41 eVTOL Units for Cold Regions

Guangzhou, China, June 20, 2025 — EHang Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: EH), a leader in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology, has announced a strategic partnership with the Management Committee of the Jingyue High-Tech Industrial Development Zone in Changchun, Jilin Province. This cooperation aims to deploy 41 units of EHang’s EH216-S pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, specifically designed for extreme cold weather applications.

The collaboration is part of a broader initiative to create a provincial-level demonstration zone for low-altitude economic development, which integrates industrial growth, technological innovation, and practical application scenarios. According to the Cooperation Agreement with Jilin Aerospace Industry Development Investment Co., Ltd., these eVTOLs will be used for various applications including low-altitude sightseeing, urban emergency response, and city traffic management.

This move is aligned with Changchun's vision to enhance its status as a leader in low-altitude economic development while promoting regional growth throughout Jilin Province. Changchun is one of the first cities in China selected for low-altitude airspace management reform and has been proactive in advancing this sector. The “Changchun Action Plan for Promoting High-Quality Development of the Low-Altitude Economy (2024-2026)” outlines strategic goals to ensure safe flight operations, expand usage scenarios, and drive industrial growth, aiming for the low-altitude economy to reach RMB3 billion by 2026.

The Jingyue High-Tech Zone is recognized as a National Independent Innovation Demonstration Zone and serves as a pivotal hub for developing the low-altitude economy. It boasts significant tourism resources, including the Jingyuetan National Forest Park and Changying Century City, both rated as 5A scenic attractions. These features position the zone as an ideal location for pioneering integrated low-altitude and tourism applications.

EHang and the Jingyue Hi-Tech Zone are set to leverage these advantages to accelerate the commercial deployment of pilotless eVTOLs across Jilin Province. The partnership is expected to contribute to the establishment of a modern metropolis powered by low-altitude innovation. The initiative will also see the development of an "Integrated Aerospace Triad" industrial ecosystem, which includes a low-altitude smart connectivity test site for extreme cold climates, an aerospace big data industrial park, and a smart manufacturing hub for aerospace equipment.

EHang has also committed to planning and constructing a Low-altitude Intelligent Connected Cold-region Testing Site in Jingyue. This facility is aimed at conducting cold-weather testing and developing airworthiness standards specifically for eVTOL aircraft in cold environments. Furthermore, the partnership will provide comprehensive support for EHang’s research and development activities, including favorable policies, funding, and talent development.

Wang Zhao, Chief Operating Officer of EHang, emphasized the significance of this collaboration, stating, "Our partnership with Jingyue Hi-Tech Zone will facilitate the integrated development of practical applications and commercial deployment of eVTOL in cold-climate regions. This initiative will establish a benchmark for low-altitude economy applications in extreme cold regions."

Hongliang Zhou, Secretary of Jingyue Hi-Tech Zone, remarked, "Through our collaboration with EHang, we aim to establish a benchmark for low-altitude economic development and drive high-quality regional growth. We are committed to supporting EHang's innovations and applications in the low-altitude sector, facilitating the deployment of the EH216-S pilotless eVTOLs across scenic destinations in Jilin Province."

This partnership marks a significant step toward advancing urban air mobility in China, particularly in regions with challenging climatic conditions. As eVTOL technology continues to evolve, the implications for urban transportation, tourism, and emergency response are substantial, heralding a new era of air mobility solutions that could transform how cities operate and interact with their environments.

In conclusion, the EHang and Jingyue Hi-Tech Zone partnership represents a forward-looking approach to harnessing technology for urban development, promising to enhance economic growth while addressing the unique challenges posed by cold-weather operations. Looking ahead, the successful deployment of these eVTOLs may serve as a model for similar initiatives in other regions grappling with environmental constraints.