Move over, Tesla—China just opened its first ‘4S Store’ for drones! Located in Sichuan’s cutting-edge ‘Sky Eye’ testing base, this innovative hub is set to turbocharge the country’s booming low-altitude economy. 🌐 Think of it as a one-stop shop for all things drones: buy, repair, customize, and even test-fly your UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) in a single spot. 🛠️
Dubbed the ‘Low-Altitude Economy Intelligent Equipment Exhibition and Sales Center,’ the store has already partnered with 32 drone companies, offering everything from insurance to public workshops. ‘It’s like Apple Store meets Top Gun,’ joked Zhou Xiaoming, head of Sky Eye. 🚀
The game-changer? A new airspace system slashes red tape for test flights. Instead of waiting days for approvals, pilots now just notify authorities one hour before takeoff. ⏱️ With 10 test sites and 19 real-world scenarios, Sky Eye is leading China’s drone revolution—racking up +48% new UAV registrations in 2024 alone!
💡 Why it matters: China’s low-altitude economy hit $69.3 billion last year and could double by 2026. From delivery drones to emergency responders, the sky’s no longer the limit. 🌟
Reference(s):
cgtn.com