On October 15, a significant partnership was announced between Chongqing University’s National Engineering Excellence Institute and the Chongqing Lansa Aviation Industry Group. The two organizations officially unveiled their joint laboratory and the Low-Altitude Economy Industry Research Center.
The collaboration aims to accelerate research and development in general aviation aircraft and expand applicable scenarios, facilitating the advancement of existing industries and the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies. This initiative is part of a broader effort to position Chongqing’s Liangjiang New Area as a pioneering demonstration zone for low-altitude economy in the western region of China and to cultivate an innovative ecosystem for low-altitude economic development in Chongqing.
Low-altitude economy is being recognized as a new frontier for the aviation industry, providing fresh momentum for economic transformation and upgrading. Xu Xiaolong, Chairman of Lansa Aviation, stated that since its inception, the company has been committed to exploring and innovating in aviation technology, particularly in the field of manned aircraft. He emphasized the importance of breaking through technological barriers to reinvigorate the global aviation sector. In the future, Lansa Aviation plans to collaborate closely with experts from Chongqing University, increasing investment in research and development while enhancing cooperation with government, educational institutions, and other enterprises. This partnership aims to create internationally competitive manned aircraft focused on safety, comfort, intelligence, and environmental sustainability.
According to Song Chaosheng, Vice Dean of Chongqing University’s National Engineering Excellence Institute, the joint laboratory will concentrate on developing the next generation of tilt-duct aircraft, and the research center will also focus on cultivating high-caliber personnel in aviation technology. Given Chongqing’s mountainous and complex terrain, it is particularly well-suited for the application of low-altitude aircraft. There are numerous potential applications for these aircraft, from urban logistics and emergency rescue operations to tourism. Moreover, as a key automotive manufacturing hub in China, Chongqing possesses a robust automotive supply chain and motorcycle parts industry, which will provide substantial support for the cost-effective development and mass production of low-altitude aircraft.
