AutoFlight's V2000CG CarryAll has received a Validated Type Certificate (VTC) from Indonesia's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), marking the world's first overseas certification validation for an eVTOL aircraft. Issued on June 3, 2026, the certificate confirms the 2-ton unmanned cargo eVTOL's compliance with both Chinese and Indonesian airworthiness standards, clearing it for commercial operations in Indonesia.
Key takeaways
- The V2000CG is the first eVTOL to secure a foreign type certificate validation, following its CAAC Type Certificate in March 2024.
- With a 2,000 kg MTOW, 200 km/h cruise speed, and 200 km range, the aircraft suits inter-island logistics for high-value goods like fresh produce and pharmaceuticals.
- Indonesia's 17,000 islands present logistics challenges that the runway-independent, vertical take-off and landing design addresses, supporting low-altitude cargo delivery in Southeast Asia.
The certification process involved comparative airworthiness analysis, technical consultations, documentation review, and on-site inspections in China. The V2000CG, already operational in Chinese offshore and emergency missions, now establishes a foundation for commercial eVTOL services in the region, advancing AutoFlight's global expansion strategy.
Source: Robotics & Automation News (roboticsandautomationnews.com) · Published 2026-06-15 · “Indonesia grants world-first overseas certification validation to AutoFlight eVTOL”