XPeng’s electric aviation subsidiary, AeroHT, revealed new details about its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles during a press event at CES in Las Vegas. AeroHT showcased its flying supercar and announced that its modular “Land Aircraft Carrier” is set to enter mass production.
XPeng AeroHT, a majority-owned entity of XPeng Inc., has been actively developing electric flying vehicles since 2013. The company presented live demonstrations of its eVTOL flying supercar, emphasizing advancements in its electric aviation technology.
The “Land Aircraft Carrier,” a 6×6 all-wheel-drive electric vehicle with an integrated eVTOL aircraft in the rear, is slated for mass production in 2025. XPeng AeroHT plans to open pre-orders for this modular EV/eVTOL combination in Q4 of this year, with testing and development already completed during the research and development (R&D) phase.
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While the final design is still under development, XPeng AeroHT provided potential specifications for the “Land Aircraft Carrier,” including a ground module accommodating 4-5 passengers, extended-range electric powertrain, three-axle, six-wheel configuration for 6×6 all-wheel drive and rear-wheel steering. The eVTOL air module features a fully-electric piloted aircraft capable of vertical takeoff/landing, single-point failure safety requirements, manual and autonomous flight modes, and a panoramic two-person cockpit.
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Although the exact pricing for the “Land Aircraft Carrier” has not been disclosed, XPeng founder He Xiaopeng mentioned a targeted price in the RMB 1 million segment ($140,500). The company intends to reveal concrete pricing details upon the debut of the final design.
In addition to the Land Aircraft Carrier, XPeng AeroHT showcased the international debut of its flying supercar with a live demonstration of its vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. While the timeline for the sixth generation flying car has shifted, the company remains focused on the Land Aircraft Carrier, with pre-orders expected to begin in Q4 2024.
