EHang stock surges 5.79% on maiden flight progress and industry developments.

EHang rose 5.7858% in pre-market trading on Dec. 31, 2025, signaling renewed investor confidence ahead of pivotal industry developments. The stock’s surge follows recent progress in the low-altitude economy sector, with EHang’s compound-wing eVTOL model VT35 completing its maiden flight alongside other key players in the market.

Industry insiders highlight 2026 as a critical year for eVTOL commercialization, with multiple models—including EHang’s EH216-S—expected to obtain Type Certification (TC) and transition to large-scale operations. EHang’s existing TC and OC certifications for the EH216-S position it to expand invitation-only flights, while competitors like Zero Gravity and WoFei Changkong accelerate production capacity and delivery timelines.

Policy tailwinds further bolster market optimism. The revised Civil Aviation Law, effective July 2026, emphasizes infrastructure development and airspace optimization, creating a regulatory framework conducive to eVTOL adoption. Leading manufacturers are also refining real-world applications, such as low-altitude tourism corridors and emergency logistics, to validate scalability.

Competition is shifting from product-centric differentiation to integrated ecosystem capabilities, with EHang’s focus on full-industry-chain collaboration offering a potential edge. As 2027 approaches, the sector’s ability to mature commercial scenarios and achieve normalized operations will likely dictate market leadership.