Lilium is pursuing concurrent certification of the Lilium Jet through validation by the FAA under the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement between the EU and the U.S.
Lilium N.V. the pioneer of the all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet has announced that it has received the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) G-1 Certification Basis required for the type certificate validation of its Lilium Jet by the FAA. This certification comes after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued its certification basis for the Lilium Jet in 2020, making Lilium the first eVTOL company to hold both EASA and FAA certification bases for a powered lift eVTOL aircraft.
In order to facilitate global operations, Lilium is pursuing concurrent certification of the Lilium Jet through validation by the FAA under the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement between the EU and the U.S. The company is among a select few eVTOL companies seeking dual certification in both the EU and the U.S., highlighting its commitment to meeting the safety standards and certification procedures of both regions.
Alastair McIntosh, Chief Technology Officer, Lilium said, “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. As per FAA practice, there will now be a collaborative process where Lilium and EASA provide feedback to the FAA before the G-1 is issued for public consultation. We look forward to continued collaboration with the FAA and EASA.”
Since its inception, Lilium has prioritized aligning its design, engineering, and business operations with stringent safety standards and certification processes to ensure global acceptance. The certification bases obtained by Lilium are the result of collaborative efforts with experienced senior aerospace engineers who have a track record of developing and delivering successful and complex aircraft.
Klaus Roewe, Chief Executive Officer, Lilium said, “Receiving the FAA G-1 demonstrates the Lilium Jet’s path to global acceptance by aerospace regulators and the expected start of global operations in late 2025 for the revolutionary Lilium Jet.”
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The achievement of the FAA G-1 Certification Basis is a significant milestone for Lilium, solidifying its position as a leader in the eVTOL industry. With its commitment to safety and collaboration with regulatory authorities, Lilium is poised to revolutionize air travel with its all-electric vertical take-off and landing jet.
