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AutoFlight V5000 Matrix Completes Successful Flight

In a groundbreaking achievement for aviation technology, AutoFlight has completed a successful demonstration flight with a 'heterogeneous formation' of three aircraft. This formation included one V5000 Matrix aircraft alongside two units from the eVTOL V2000 series. This significant milestone confirms the company's capability in communications, route planning, flight coordination, and safety checks across its aerial platforms, reinforcing its focus on integrating multi-aircraft operations for logistics in low-altitude scenarios.

The demonstration, held recently, serves as a precursor to the official commencement of the flight certification process for the V5000 Matrix. This aircraft is expected to be a flagship model within AutoFlight's product line, designed for heavy cargo, long-distance, and high-value missions from point to point. Following a transitional flight in February 2026, the hybrid-electric variant V5000CGH has officially entered the process required for certification, moving from research and development to standard flight approval processes.

The V5000CGH features a maximum takeoff weight of 5,700 kg, with a payload capacity of 1.5 tons and a cargo space of 14 cubic meters (capable of accommodating two AKE containers). It boasts a cruising speed of 280 km/h and a range of 1,500 km, pushing the limits of payload, range, and cost-effectiveness. This model extends the applications of eVTOL technology into the domain of long-haul logistics for heavy cargo.

Moreover, the V5000CGH is positioned to facilitate extensive rescue missions, offshore energy deliveries, and inter-provincial logistics for heavy shipments, marking a shift from traditional slow delivery models to agile solutions in low-altitude transport. AutoFlight's approach emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance, with a dedicated airworthiness team that brings experience from the ARJ21-700, C919, and Diamond DA42 programs.

The V2000CG CarryAll has already achieved comprehensive airworthiness certification (TC, PC, AC) from the CAAC, while the V2000EM Prosperity is in the process of proving regulatory compliance. As the company continues to adhere to stringent regulations regarding airworthiness certification, it aims to expedite testing, flight trials, and the certification of the V5000CGH. This forward-thinking strategy will help transition eVTOL technology into commercial use for long-range applications while establishing a sustainable infrastructural framework for low-altitude operations.

For more visuals on the V5000 Matrix, check out the following video: V5000 Matrix Video and accompanying images.