"China has built a solid industrial supply chain and technological foundation to support the development of the low-altitude sector," said Lu Rucheng, chief engineer of EHang, another key player of the eVTOL industry.

"Many people have dreamed of flying cars and have watched countless sci-fi movies — these visions reflect human aspirations and have helped drive innovation," he added.

The expo also highlighted efforts to enhance the passenger experience. Currently, only around 200 commercial aircraft operated by Chinese airlines offer in-flight internet access, with China Eastern accounting for the majority, according to Lu Wei of KDlink Technology, a provider of in-flight connectivity services.