Lilium now stands at the forefront of the market after been granted as the only firm authorised to possess an eVTOL aircraft type-certificate in Europe awarded by EASA. A company’s competence to design and manufacture safe and compatible aircraft is publicly acknowledged by receiving Design Organisation Approval, which serves as a seal of quality assurance for businesses engaged in aviation design.
Klaus Roewe, CEO, Lilium said, “In many respects, today’s announcement marks a cornerstone for Lilium and evidences our market leadership in advancing the aviation industry. Achieving Design Organization Approval reflects EASA’s confidence in Lilium and differentiates us against others currently pursuing eVTOL development and regulatory approval. While we join a small, select group of companies qualified to develop commercial aircraft, today’s announcement is especially significant for the global aviation industry as we are doing so by advancing sustainable regional air mobility. I appreciate the many Lilians and countless stakeholders who have played a pivotal role in us achieving today’s milestone, and we look forward to further advancements toward the commercialization of the Lilium Jet. I would like to thank our counterparts at EASA for their professional cooperation, which I believe will continue to be very beneficial for the industry moving forward.”