EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology platform company, has announced the completion of the first people-carrying flights of its EH216-S pilotless electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Mexico and across Latin America. The flights were conducted at Tulum International Airport by EHang’s local operator partner, Air Mobility, during the Feria Aeroespacial México (FAMEX) Tulum Air Show 2026.
These landmark flights represent a step forward for the deployment of safe, sustainable, and intelligent air mobility solutions in Mexico and the broader Latin American region. The demonstrations illustrated the flexible deployment and operational capability of the EH216-S in an airport environment. Potential local use cases include aerial tourism experiences over high-value destinations such as Tulum, as well as airport-to-city and airport-to-resort shuttle services, responding to growing demand for efficient, low-emission mobility in key tourism hubs.
The achievement builds upon EHang’s first EH216-S flights conducted in Mexico in 2025, enabled under a Special Airworthiness Certificate for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) granted by Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC). This regulatory milestone laid the foundation for an operational framework developed collaboratively between AFAC, Air Mobility as the local operator, and EHang as the aircraft manufacturer. The framework encompasses the concept of operations (ConOps), operational risk assessment, technical and airworthiness documentation, crew training and licensing, UAS registration, and aviation insurance requirements.
Ms. Cristina Lara, CEO of Air Mobility, became the first woman in Mexico and Latin America to fly aboard a pilotless eVTOL aircraft. The success of these flights was made possible with the support of FAMEX, whose continued commitment to promoting the Mexican aeronautical industry and innovation ecosystem has been instrumental in positioning Mexico as a leading AAM market globally.
Ms. Cristina Lara, CEO of Air Mobility, stated:
“Today’s flights represent a defining milestone not only for Air Mobility but for Mexico and Latin America as a whole. Being part of the first people-carrying pilotless eVTOL flights in Mexico — and personally experiencing this technology — proves how close we are to transforming AAM. Mexico is ready to lead this revolution.”
Ms. Victoria Jing Xiang, EHang Chief Operating Officer for Europe and Latin America, added:
“These flights showcase the maturity, safety, and operational readiness of our pilotless eVTOL technology. With active institutional collaboration and a defined regulatory pathway, Mexico has proven to be a forward-thinking and strategic market for AAM. This milestone is a further step toward the future certification and commercialization of the EH216-S in Mexico and represents a leap forward in EHang’s global expansion.”
Mexico is among the most promising AAM markets worldwide, driven by high-demand tourism corridors, congested urban environments, and early regulatory advancements enabling UAS operations. The successful execution of these demonstration flights reinforces Mexico’s position as a regional leader in the adoption of AAM solutions. EHang, together with Air Mobility and national authorities, is actively working on EH216-S operations in Mexico, with the objective of delivering safe and efficient passenger air mobility services, enhancing connectivity between key venues, airports, and hospitality hubs, and showcasing Mexico as a global benchmark for next-generation air mobility.
