Lilium Jet first eVTOL to receive certification basis from FAA and EASA

German eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) developer Lilium achieves significant milestones, receiving the FAA G-1 Certification Basis for its aircraft, adding to the previously obtained certification basis from EASA in 2020. This makes Lilium the sole company in the field with both EASA and FAA certification for a powered lift eVTOL aircraft.

The recent announcement on June 26, 2023, strengthens Lilium’s decision to pursue concurrent certification of the Lilium Jet by the FAA, leveraging the provisions of the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement between the EU and the US.

Since its inception, Lilium has prioritized aligning its design, engineering, and business operations with stringent safety standards and certification procedures to achieve global acceptance.

Alastair McIntosh, Lilium CTO, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are the first powered lift eVTOL pioneer in our industry holding a Certification Basis from EASA and the FAA. This is a major step towards our goal of achieving early certification of our aircraft in key markets to support a worldwide entry into service. We are grateful to have found great partners on both sides of the pond to electrify the skies.”

While Lilium expects to commence global operations in 2025, it acknowledges that it may not be the first eVTOL aircraft to gain passenger flight certification. Nonetheless, the company remains dedicated to collaborative efforts with both the FAA and EASA in pursuing its vision of revolutionizing air travel.