亿航 (EH.US) 2026年第一季度业绩电话会
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会议摘要
The company, a leader in the low-altitude economy, is transitioning from certification to commercial operations with its pilotless human-carrying eVTOL. Regulatory advancements and strategic initiatives, including global expansion and non-human-carrying model development, are driving revenue diversification and financial growth. Achieving 25.7 million RMB in Q1 with a 62.5% gross margin, the company is confident in its 600 million RMB annual target, supported by overseas market penetration and enhanced operational capabilities.
会议速览
The meeting discussed the company's financial performance in the first quarter of 2026, highlighted performance highlights and future strategic plans, and reminded investors of the risks and uncertainties of forward-looking statements. Bilingual support in Chinese and English is provided throughout the conference, and participants are allowed to ask questions in Chinese or English lines.
In the first quarter of 2026, the low-altitude economy saw significant policy and regulatory progress, including the newly revised Civil Aviation Law and the establishment of the Low-altitude Security Agency, marking the industry's shift from concept to legal governance. As an industry pioneer, Ihan transforms certification and talent development experience into industry standards and accelerates the maturation of the low-altitude economic ecosystem. The national and local governments responded positively, listing the low-altitude economy as a strategic emerging industry, and promoting airport construction and subsidy policies, indicating that the industry is about to enter the stage of commercial operation.
Focus on four core strategies: first, deepen business operations, obtain multiple certifications, and prepare to launch the world's first artificial intelligence manned service; The second is to speed up the expansion of the global footprint, such as the smooth progress of the sandbox project in Thailand. The third is to accelerate the certification and commercialization of VT35 and broaden the product line. The fourth is to strengthen the integration of the industrial chain, improve the efficiency of manufacturing and supply chain, and strive to become a leader in China and even the global low-low-altitude economy.
In the first quarter of 2023, the company accelerated VT35 research and development and certification, optimized EH216S performance and improved passenger experience, promoted low-altitude economic applications, and achieved revenue of 25.7 million yuan. It is estimated that the annual revenue will reach 0.6 billion yuan, and the diversified business lines will develop steadily.
This paper introduces the 90000 safe flight records of EH216 series unmanned aerial vehicles in 21 countries in the world, emphasizes the layout and commercial license progress in overseas markets such as Thailand, and shares the application expansion and commercial operation preparation of domestic tourism scenarios, including the planning of the two major business growth points of fire fighting and inland logistics, as well as the market strategy of avoiding price competition and building benchmark projects.
In the first quarter of 2026, the company's revenue was 2.57 billion billion yuan, down from the previous quarter, mainly due to the decrease in EVita delivery, but the growth of non-human care business. Gross margin remained stable, but operating expenses increased, resulting in a widening of adjusted operating loss. The Company announced a US $13 million share buyback program, showing confidence in long-term growth and maintaining its full-year revenue guidance of RMB 60 billion.
The dialogue focused on the company's revenue diversification and overseas market contribution. The company's first quarter showed revenue diversification results, manned products and non-manned business accounted for 60% and 40%, respectively. Overseas market revenue is expected to increase, will focus on obtaining overseas VTC certification, relying on bilateral agreements, Thailand and Mexico projects are progressing smoothly, medium-and long-term overseas markets will continue to exert strength.
The dialogue focused on maintaining high gross profit margin and sales of formation performance aircraft, mentioning the improvement of gross profit margin in manned business, with a full-year target of more than 60%. Export business is expected to account for more than 10%, affected by the progress of commercialization in Thailand, the target year to start commercial operations, ahead of the revenue contribution increased.
Discussed the cost composition of formation drone performance and sales in the non-manned business, the main costs include hardware production, battery assembly, depreciation, personnel travel, etc., the overall gross margin of about 50%. In addition, the possibility of sharing operating data in Hefei was mentioned, as well as the cost distribution of the non-manned business of fire-fighting models, and the 1/3 of the cost of fuselage materials, power systems and accessories.
The commercialization process of Hebei operation site has entered the final stage, and the Civil Aviation Administration has set stricter standards for the world's first unmanned manned commercial operation project. Since obtaining the operation qualification in March 2025, Hebei and Guangzhou have flown more than 3000 times, maintaining a record of zero accidents and zero violations. Hefei has prepared four aircraft, planning 14 flights a day, ticketing small program online, fully ready for commercial operation. Commercial flights will be launched immediately after the final approval of the Civil Aviation Authority.
The dialogue discussed the details of order taking from 2020 to the present, noting that new orders are coming from both existing customers and attracting new customers, with revenue expected to grow significantly in the second half of the year. At the same time, the training timeline was updated, emphasizing that the first batch of personnel can be on duty after completing the training, supporting the confidence of 0.6 billion the revenue target for the whole year.
The sources of confidence in the company's full-year 0.6 billion revenue target were discussed, including breakthroughs in overseas markets and domestic commercial operations entering the sprint stage. Most orders are expected to be completed in the second half of the year. At the same time, the three stages of UAV operator training are introduced, including the development of standards in cooperation with the Civil Aviation Administration, the training of internal instructors and the pilot training of operators. It is expected that the end of the year will be completed and batch training will begin.
要点回答
Q:What are the key updates on regulatory environment and progress on core strategies shared in the earnings call?
A:In the first quarter of 2026, a key update was the institutional shift as the low altitude economy gained a solid legal foundation with the newly revised civil aviation law. The regulatory environment saw the establishment of a new low altitude safety bureau by the CAA and a governance model formed by the NDR and CAAC. Additionally, the company is turning its certification and talent development into building blocks for industry standards, with progress on four core strategies: routine and scaled commercial operations, global expansion, VD35 certification, and industrial chain integration.
Q:What are the components of the company's four core strategies for the year?
A:The four core strategies for the year include routine and scaled commercial operations, global expansion, VD35 certification, and industrial chain integration. The company is focused on overcoming certification hurdles and is refining the entire operational chain to launch the world's first commercial pilotless aircraft service.
Q:How is the company advancing its commercial operations and what is the market demand for such services?
A:The company is advancing its commercial operations by fine-tuning operational capabilities and preparing to make the final push from internal trials to public ticketed services. Real market demand is indicated by a large volume of inquiries regarding the purchase of tickets for commercial flights.
Q:What achievements in global expansion and VD35 certification were mentioned?
A:Global expansion efforts include ongoing routine validation flights in Thailand's sandbox program to address hot weather conditions and battery cooling vehicle testing for improving charging efficiency and passenger comfort. The company is also working towards obtaining the first overseas operating license for VD35 in Thailand. In terms of VD35 certification, the company completed system function and flight performance tests and had in-depth discussions with the CAAC.
Q:What is the company's approach to strengthening its industrial chain integration?
A:The company is leveraging its experience in first mover advantages, certification, and ecosystem experience to influence industry standards and create industry consensus. As a leader in pilotless aircraft certification in China and a contributor to national and industry standards for unmanned aircraft, the company is strengthening industrial chain integration.
Q:What are the three priorities of the company mentioned in the transcript?What progress has been made with the Vt35 development and certification?
A:The three priorities of the company are product R&D and upgrades, certification progress, and commercial operation support.The Vt35 development and certification progress have been steadily advancing, entering the certification basis definition stage. The company is working closely with the CAAC to establish a safety evaluation framework and has been engaged in discussions on special conditions, safety objectives, and performance requirements.
Q:How is the company addressing battery thermal management challenges?
A:To address battery thermal management challenges, the company has developed a dedicated battery cooling vehicle that has completed production testing and is undergoing further optimization. This vehicle significantly shortens battery cool-down time from high temperatures to safe operating levels, increasing daily charging cycles and flight volume.
Q:What has been done to enhance the cap and comfort system in the EH216s?
A:The cap and air conditioning system in the EH216s has been upgraded with a new independent cooling system that is separate from the slide control and fuel circuit, ensuring it doesn't interfere with critical functions. This system is expected to improve comfort and has demonstrated the ability to quickly reduce cabin temperature after prolonged sun exposure and maintain a comfortable level throughout the flight.
Q:What role has the Guangzhou command and control center played in the company's operations?
A:The Guangzhou command and control center is now fully operational, providing integrated capabilities including aerospace management, flight planning, dispatch approval, real-time monitoring, operation records, and risk alerts. It supports passenger firefighting, logistics, training, and drones, and is connected to the city's low altitude fancy network and civil aviation operational data, establishing a solid foundation for regional scaled low altitude operation management.
Q:What are the new products being developed by the company?
A:The company is actively advancing the R&D and flight testing of new products including logistics and firefighting aircraft, which are further expanding their product portfolio and applications within the low altitude economy.
Q:What is the strategy for commercial operations in the new phase of EHang's growth?
A:Under CEO Mr. Hu's leadership, the company will continue to advance product iteration with aviation-grade standards, translating technological progress into commercial value efficiently, and providing a strong foundation for EHang's long-term growth.
Q:Who is the new member of the management team and what are her previous achievements?
A:Miss Li, formerly the vice president and manager of east China, has been promoted to China general manager. She has led the east china team to build the company's presence in Hangzhou, established HEE Aviation, secured its operator certificate, and built an effective operation system and team with strategic industrial layout covering R&D, manufacturing, and commercial operations, achieving outstanding results.
Q:What business results and strategic plans are discussed for the first quarter?
A:The company achieved revenues of 25.7 million RMB in the first quarter. They delivered four units of the EH216s and 1,000 units of the GD4.0 formation drones, and completed 22 drone formation performances. The year-over-year and sequential decline in deliveries主要是由于中国新年假期的季节性影响和客户交付时间。 The company is confident in its 2026 revenue target of 600 million RMB, supported by progress on three strategic initiatives: diversified revenue streams, continued overseas expansion, and advancing domestic commercial operations preparation for the EH216.
Q:What are the recent milestones and strategic adjustments mentioned in the speech?
A:Recent milestones include the completion of the first humanitarian flat in Mexico and child care permits in Thailand, Japan, South Korea, and Toulouse in Spain. The strategic adjustment mentioned was making VTC a top priority to fully open the commercial pathway in overseas markets.
Q:Which country is the first flagship overseas market and what progress has been made there?
A:Thailand is the first flagship overseas market. Five VTC locations have been identified, the first roof survey has been completed, and the company has adapted its hardware for the hot and humid tropical environment. Commercial Operation permit progress is being pushed hard.
Q:What is the purpose of the dedicated overseas team mentioned?
A:The dedicated overseas team integrates R&D, commercial airworthiness, and communications functions to systematically map out bilateral civil aviation policies globally and develop differentiated overseas deployment plans for human-carrying and cargo aircraft.
Q:What business focus is being shifted and what strategies are being employed to lower barriers for partners?
A:The business focus is being shifted to high-demand tourism scenarios using light asset models such as equipment leasing, joint operations, and direct sales. Strategies to lower barriers for partners include using existing aircraft and prioritizing locations with high foot traffic and natural commercial appeal.
Q:What are the details regarding the sales support team and the operational plans developed?
A:A dedicated sales support team works alongside from Lung teams to develop customized integrated operation plans based on local aerospace conditions, tourism resources, and commercial landscapes.
Q:What is the status of the two OCS-certified operators and their achievements?
A:Both operators in Hefei and Guangzhou have maintained a perfect safety record with zero accidents and violations. They continue to refine their operations systems, ground support, crew training, and emergency procedures, running internal trial operations and accumulating flying data and service experience.
Q:What is the progress of the crude training program?
A:Internal instructor training for the E-H216 success model has been completed, and all required materials have been submitted. The plan has been reviewed by the Central and Southern regional administration of the CAAC, and once approved, all-out training will begin.
Q:What are the focus areas for the non-human caring business?
A:The focus areas for the non-human caring business are firefighting and inland waterway logistics. On the firefighting side, product iteration directions have been identified, and the new firefighting aircraft will be launched upon product validation. Inland waterway logistics include completed scientific selection for test rules at Guangzhou port and plans for delivery services on the Pearl River.
Q:What is the company's strategy for the non-human caring business?
A:The company aims to build benchmark projects, replicate profitable models, and expand both domestically and overseas. In overseas markets, they are rolling out formation products and leveraging local tourism resources to create routine performance venues complementing their human-carrying business.
Q:What role will the speaker play in the future of the company?
A:The speaker will lead the sales, marketing, and operation team to execute strategic plans, emphasizing dedication, efficiency, and compliance with safety as the first priority.
Q:What key financial data was provided for Q1 2026?
A:Revenues for Q1 2026 were RMB 25.7 million, par with Q1 2025 but down from Q4 2025. Deliveries were lower due to seasonal factors and customer schedules, while the revenue mix diversified and brand visibility grew. Cross margin remained stable, and adjusted operating expenses were RMB 111.1 million, up 59% from Q4 2025. Adjusted operating loss was RMB 77.1 million, and adjusted net loss was RMB 75.6 million. As of March 31, 2026, combined cash and cash equivalents were RMB 1.03 billion, providing support for ongoing strategy and a 2026 annual revenue guidance of RMB 600 million. The company remains committed to its long-term growth strategy despite near-term financial performance being impacted by delivery timing and strategic investments.
Q:What is the expected revenue contribution from overseas orders, and what are the factors that influence this contribution?
A:The revenue contribution from overseas orders is expected to rise to up to ten percent of the overall revenue, with the specific contribution closely tied to commercial developments in Thailand.
Q:What is the timeline for the launch of official commercial operations, and what event could potentially influence the timing?
A:The target is to launch official commercial operations by the end of the year, before the AAM conference in Bangkok. If commercial operations can be achieved earlier, there could be a higher contribution to revenue from the overseas market.
Q:What are the key cost items for the EV business, and what is the overall target regarding the cross margin?
A:The key cost items for the EV business include costs of goods sold and the overall target is to achieve a cross margin of 50%. Specific cost components were not detailed in the provided transcript.
Q:Can management share operational data regarding the successful operations in合肥?
A:Management did not provide specific operational data but mentioned that the commercial operation in Hebei has progressed to the final stage and is awaiting approval from the民航局 to commence commercial flight operations.
Q:What is the cost structure for the non-EBITDA, specifically for the aerial media part?
A:The cost structure for the aerial media part includes various components such as hardware production costs, battery assembly, and a significant portion of the cost is allocated to机身相关的碳纤维材料 (1/3), the power train including batteries and motors (another 1/3), and the remaining 1/3 for other components not covered by the first two sections.
Q:Could you provide details on the sales and performance of the drone flights and their contribution to the gross profit margin?
A:The drone flights contribute a gross profit margin of 50%. The majority of sales costs are attributed to the drones themselves and the battery used, while performance costs depend on the size and number of drones deployed, including depreciation costs for the drones and personnel expenses for operation and maintenance.
Q:What is the current status of the operational trials and the expected timeline for commercial approval?
A:Operational trials are being conducted常态化 to accumulate safe flight experience. As of March 2025, with the approval of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the company has been working towards commercial operations, maintaining a record of zero accidents and violations. Commercial operations are expected to start after final approval from the民航局.

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