Lilium N.V. announced the start of production of the Lilium Jet, following the arrival of the first Lilium Jet fuselage at Lilium's final assembly line. In parallel, Lilium's world-class tier one suppliers - most of which have decades of experience in supporting the certification requirements of commercial aviation - are ramping up production of parts and systems for the Lilium Jet. With the start of production, Lilium has hit a watershed moment, shifting from the design phase to industrialization of the Lilium Jet.

Today's milestone is an important turning point for Lilium's industrial partners and supply chains working to make sustainable regional aviation a reality. In the next step, the fuselage will be matched-up with the aircraft's canards and main wings. Production of the Lilium Jet takes place at Lilium's facilities in Wessling, Germany.

EASA approval of Lilium's design competence. The start of assembly follows Lilium's Design Organization Approval by EASA, confirming that Lilium has the organization, procedures, competencies, resources and demonstrated rigor required to certify aircraft according to the very higher safety standards.