Flying Cars Collide at Chinese Air Show Rehearsal

Tue Oct 21 2025 02:17:41 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

Two flying cars crashed into each other during a rehearsal for the Changchun Air Show in China, leading to one vehicle catching fire. Fortunately, all personnel at the scene reportedly remained safe.

In a striking incident at a rehearsal for the upcoming Changchun Air Show, two flying cars from Xpeng AeroHT collided mid-air. Although one vehicle caught fire upon landing, the company confirmed that all personnel were safe, although one individual sustained injuries. The event has drawn attention to the challenges and future of flying car technology.

Two flying cars crashed into each other at a rehearsal for an air show in China aimed at showcasing advanced technology. The collision involved Xpeng AeroHT vehicles, with one catching fire during landing, according to a company statement provided to Reuters.

While officials reported no serious injuries at the scene, CNN cited an anonymous source from Xpeng indicating that one person was hurt in the crash. The rehearsals took place ahead of the Changchun Air Show set to commence later this week in northeastern China.

Footage circulating on the Chinese social media platform Weibo displayed a vehicle engulfed in flames, attended by fire engines. Xpeng AeroHT indicated that one car sustained significant fuselage damage and ignited upon landing.

“All personnel at the scene are safe, and local authorities have completed on-site emergency measures in an orderly manner,” the company assured.

The electric flying cars, which are designed to take off and land vertically, are targeted for the market at approximately $300,000 each. Recently, Xpeng claimed to have around 3,000 orders for their innovative vehicles, aiming to establish a prominent presence in the burgeoning flying car sector.

This collision highlights the obstacles that aerial transport technology must overcome in terms of infrastructure, regulation, and public acceptance. Analysts note that China is pursuing early adoption of these technologies to replicate its success with electric vehicles and dominate the emerging 'low-altitude economy'.