The inaugural International Advanced Air Mobility Expo kicked off in Shanghai on Wednesday, showcasing cutting-edge innovations from drones to electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The event brings together nearly 300 domestic and international exhibitors across a 60,000-square-meter exhibition space. Over 40 products will make their debuts during the four-day expo, which is expected to draw 50,000 visitors. The event comes as Chinese authorities work to harness low-altitude airspace to boost economic growth
Gallery: Innovation Takes Off at Flying Vehicle Expo
Jul. 24, 2025
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A crowd gathers around a dual-mode vehicle developed by Nanjing-based Tianlu Flying-Auto at the International Advanced Air Mobility Expo in Shanghai on Wednesday. The hybrid model is capable of terrestrial and aerial travel. Photo: VCG
An electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developed by Shanghai-based Inflync on display. Photo: VCG
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