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You must see something like this in science novels: people drive flying cars for daily travel. However, you’ll probably be able to take one in the near future. An eVTOL aircraft, also known as the “air taxi”, finished its first test flight in Guangdong Province on February 27, 2024. It got a lot of attention around the world.
The flight started from Shenzhen to Zhuhai. The distance(距离)between the two places is about 60 kilometers. The whole trip took just about 20 minutes, which makes it a better choice for passengers to travel between the two cities. Travelling by car, however, usually takes about two to three hours.
The eVTOL aircraft looks like a small plane. But unlike a plane, it doesn’t need a long runway to take off from the ground. Instead, it can go straight up and down. This new aircraft is powered by electricity. It can work for 250 kilometers on a single charge(充电量)and can also carry up to five people at a speed of up to 200 kilometers per hour.
The eVTOL aircraft was developed by a high-tech company. The company is asking for a permit(许可证)for the market. If everything goes well, it is hoped that the aircraft will start carrying passengers in 2026.
Besides the eVTOL aircraft, Guangzhou is making efforts to encourage other low-altitude flight(低空飞行). They will be used in many areas, such as tourism, delivery(递送), and farming in the future. Many experts believe that the achievements of low-altitude flights will make the city have a better future.
15. How long did the flight take by eVTOL from Shenzhen to Zhuhai?(不超过 5 个词)About 20 minutes.
16. What areas will low-altitude flight be used in?(不超过 5 个词)Tourism, delivery and farming.
17. Why does the writer introduce the eVTOL aircraft?(不超过 10 个词)To show its first test flight, advantages and future applications.

答案： 15. About 20 minutes. 16. Tourism, delivery and farming. 17. To show its first test flight, advantages and future applications.