Levitation and HRC Sign Procurement Agreement for SAF200 eVTOL Program
On May 26, 2026, Levitation, a pioneer in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft development and manufacturing in China, and HRC officially signed a procurement agreement for the SAF200 program in Shanghai. Under the agreement, the two companies will collaborate on the development of Levitation’s next-generation heavy-class passenger eVTOL aircraft, combining their respective expertise to advance safe, efficient, and sustainable air mobility solutions for the emerging low-altitude economy.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by representatives from the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization, Songjiang District Economic Commission, Songjiang Investment Promotion Center, and Xinqiao Town.
China’s low-altitude economy has rapidly emerged as a strategic growth sector and has been highlighted in the Government Work Report for three consecutive years. In 2026, it was officially designated as one of the country’s emerging pillar industries. As one of the key industrial hubs within the Yangtze River Delta region, Songjiang District is accelerating the development of a comprehensive low-altitude aviation ecosystem spanning R&D, manufacturing, operations, and services. Against this backdrop, the cooperation between Levitation and HRC represents an important example of supply chain collaboration within the region’s low-altitude aviation industry and will contribute to the advancement of passenger eVTOL technologies for applications including intercity transportation, low-altitude tourism, and emergency response.
Both Levitation and HRC have established strong positions within the rapidly evolving low-altitude aviation sector. Levitation brings extensive experience in civil aircraft development, complemented by capabilities in aircraft leasing, manufacturing, and commercial operations. This integrated expertise provides a strong foundation for addressing key industry challenges related to airworthiness certification, aircraft performance, and localization. HRC is among the few Tier 1 suppliers in the industry with integrated capabilities spanning airframe design, carbon fiber component manufacturing, structural assembly, and final aircraft integration. Through its long-term strategic commitment to the low-altitude aviation sector, advanced R&D capabilities, comprehensive service offerings, and industry-leading manufacturing technologies, HRC has participated in the development and production of numerous mainstream aircraft programs across China’s low-altitude market.
For the SAF200 program, HRC will serve as a core structural manufacturing partner, responsible for the development and production of key airframe structures. Leveraging experience gained from multiple aircraft platforms and development programs, HRC will support the project with proven engineering and manufacturing capabilities while working closely with Levitation to accelerate technology maturation and commercial deployment.
As China’s low-altitude aviation ecosystem continues to evolve, partnerships across the value chain will play a critical role in transforming innovative aircraft concepts into commercially viable transportation solutions. Through deeper collaboration and shared innovation, Levitation and HRC aim to contribute to the commercialization of next-generation eVTOL aircraft and support the development of a more connected, efficient, and sustainable future for urban and regional air mobility. HRC remains committed to working alongside industry pioneers and innovators to advance aviation manufacturing excellence and help bring the vision of accessible urban air mobility closer to reality.
