Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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The Lilium Jet is the first electric vertical takeoff and landing jet. It can rise to a height of up to 3000 meters, reach speeds of 400 km/h and cover a distance of up to 500 km on a single charge.

The German company Lilium is one of the few pioneers in the field of eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) seeking dual certification by EASA and FAA. Concept flying taxi Lilium Jet The company has been developing since 2018. Test videos published in 2021 and 2022 (see at the end of the article) show that this is a fully working prototype. Commercial operation is forecast to begin in 2024 in collaboration with aerospace, technology and infrastructure leaders.

Lilium claims to create a sustainable and affordable form of high-speed regional transport for people and goods. The 7-seat Lilium Jet can be customized for a variety of clients and applications, with each configuration optimized for an unparalleled experience.

The most spacious cabin layout is designed for private flights with luxurious club seats (capacity – 4 passengers). Alternatively, the cabin can be configured with 6 seats for passenger flights or without passenger seats for cargo handling.

The concept taxi will allow you to travel faster than existing high-speed alternatives.

Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

Click on image to enlarge | lilium.com

Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Benefits of the Lilium Jet Architecture
  • Aerodynamic efficiency. With fixed wings, an integrated distributed propulsion system and no tail, the Lilium Jet is very efficient in cruise flight.
  • The best payload on the market. The ducted engines provide a high payload in a small footprint, allowing the use of existing helipads.
  • Low noise level. Acoustic earbuds help to capture and disperse noise before it is reflected in the environment.
Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Lilium Jet is a concept electric air taxi of the future

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Source: lilium.com

 

Test flight 29.10.2021

 

Test flight 26.04.2022