Chinese company AutoFlight has achieved the world’s first certified heavy-lift eVTOL drone, paving the way for large-scale low-altitude operations. Headquartered in Shanghai, the advanced air mobility company AutoFlight has made aviation history by delivering the world’s first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight exceeding one ton.
The aircraft, named CarryAll, was officially delivered to Helixstars Intelligent on August 5, 2025. This milestone marks a significant step for China in the commercialization of eVTOL operations and the practical application of low-altitude drones.
Having obtained three key airworthiness certifications, CarryAll completed its final airworthiness step on July 21, receiving an Airworthiness Certificate (AC) issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC).
Previously, the aircraft had obtained a Type Certificate (TC) (for certifying the aircraft’s design) and a Production Certificate (PC) (for validating manufacturing standards). These three certifications signify that CarryAll is the first eVTOL aircraft of its size to meet all safety and regulatory requirements set by China’s Civil Aviation Administration.
This official recognition enables large-scale, legal commercial drone flights carrying heavy payloads, a development with wide-ranging implications for logistics, emergency services, and more.
Performance and Use Cases
CarryAll is designed for demanding transportation tasks, with a maximum takeoff weight of two tons and a payload capacity of 400 kg. It combines vertical takeoff and landing with efficient fixed-wing cruising capabilities, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h. Its range of 200 km makes it ideal for cargo logistics, emergency deliveries, and disaster response tasks.
To gain certification, CarryAll completed over 40,000 km of test flights in China, the UAE, and Japan. These tests validated the aircraft’s performance in various terrains and weather conditions.
