DJI discloses EV50 VTOL transport drone
DJI disclosed EV50, a fixed-wing VTOL transport drone used in Everest science missions for high-altitude cargo delivery.
Evidence notes
- EV50 supported long-distance, high-altitude deliveries for atmospheric chemistry research on the northern slope of Qomolangma.
- The aircraft is specified with a 50 kg payload, 270 L cargo bay, 150 km empty range and 160 km/h maximum flight speed.
- EV50 is a fixed-wing VTOL cargo platform, separate from DJI's multirotor FlyCart delivery drones.
Company context
Aerial imaging and UAS market leader; consumer and enterprise drone platforms, cameras, and flight control ecosystems.