EHang Completes First Manned eVTOL Flight in Sri Lanka, a South Asia Milestone

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Nov. 12, 2026 -- EHang Holdings Limited, a globally leading urban air mobility (UAM) technology platform company, announced that its EH216-S pilotless electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft completed Sri Lanka's first manned eVTOL flight in Colombo on November 11, marking the first such flight of EHang's pilotless eVTOL in South Asia. This milestone in the country's advanced air mobility (AAM) development advances EHang's Global Fast-Track Program in Sri Lanka from initial regulatory framework alignment to the practical flight verification phase, laying the groundwork for future authorized commercial AAM operations.

The inaugural flight ceremony was held in Colombo, attended by senior officials from the Sri Lankan government and aviation authorities, including Hon. Anura Karunathilaka, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation of Sri Lanka; Hon. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku, Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation; Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Director General and CEO of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka; and Tang Yandi, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka. EHang executives, including Chief Financial Officer Conor Yang and General Manager of EHang China Li Xiaonan, along with representatives from relevant government agencies, business partners, and media, also attended the event. Minister Karunathilaka and Deputy Minister Kodithuwakku were among the first guests to ride the EH216-S, followed by W. W. S. Mangala, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation. The flight followed a scenic coastal loop route, allowing guests to experience the aircraft's pilotless, safe, and stable operation firsthand. Commemorative boarding passes were issued to mark this milestone in Sri Lanka's AAM development.

To date, EHang's EH216 series eVTOL aircraft have completed nearly 100,000 safe flights, with Sri Lanka becoming the 24th country to join this expanding global flight footprint.

Sri Lanka became the first country to adopt EHang's Global Fast-Track Program in August 2026. With this inaugural flight, the program has entered the flight verification phase. Going forward, EHang and its local partners will collaborate with local regulators to conduct flight tests and operational validation, assess aircraft performance and safety, and generate operational data for regulatory review and subsequent approval, paving the way for future commercial operations.

Hon. Anura Karunathilaka, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation of Sri Lanka, commented: "After personally experiencing the EH216-S, I am deeply impressed by EHang's technology and its progress in developing and operating autonomous eVTOL aircraft. We believe this technology has the potential to transform the future of our country's aviation industry, creating new opportunities for tourism, air taxi services, search and rescue operations, and other applications. I congratulate EHang and all partners and stakeholders whose collaboration made this milestone possible. The government remains committed to exploring the potential of this emerging technology for Sri Lanka."

Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Director General and CEO of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, commented: "This event marks a historic milestone for Sri Lanka and a significant moment for South Asia's aviation industry, as we introduce pilotless manned eVTOL technology to our country for the first time. As the global aviation industry continues to evolve, this is an emerging technology that requires new regulatory and oversight approaches. Through this program, we aim to accumulate the necessary experience and frameworks to support its safe development and future operations."

Tang Yandi, Counselor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka, commented: "As a leading enterprise in China's low-altitude economy, EHang has brought the EH216-S pilotless manned eVTOL aircraft to Sri Lanka, opening a new chapter in China-Sri Lanka cooperation in the field of advanced air mobility. We extend our warm congratulations on the launch of this project. Sri Lanka boasts beautiful scenery and unique island characteristics, with broad prospects for low-altitude economy development. Aerial sightseeing can add new highlights to local tourism. Pilotless aircraft can also play a significant role in emergency rescue and disaster relief supply delivery, while providing flexible transportation solutions for hard-to-reach areas such as islands and mountainous regions. We look forward to the company continuing to prioritize safety, uphold strict quality standards, and better benefit the people of Sri Lanka with its innovative achievements."

Conor Yang, Chief Financial Officer of EHang, stated: "EHang's Global Fast-Track Program is a key pillar of our international market entry strategy, designed to bring not only our innovative pilotless eVTOL aircraft but also the broader ecosystem and operational capabilities needed to establish AAM services in local markets. It is a great honor to have invited the Minister, Deputy Minister, and the Secretary of the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation to ride the EH216-S, and we thank them for their confidence in joining us for this inaugural flight. Through close collaboration with the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka and local partners, we are translating this approach into concrete on-the-ground progress, demonstrating our ability to build and deploy an integrated AAM ecosystem in international markets."

Watch the inaugural flight ceremony video:

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