The analysis on low-altitude economy development from 2025 to 2035:

Global Trends

2025 will mark the year of explosive growth in the global low-altitude economy. This trend is expected to intensify, reaching its peak in market capital flow in 2026 and maintaining strong momentum until 2035. During this period, numerous countries are anticipated to open up urban airspace below 120-150 meters, fundamentally altering our urban landscapes. By then, looking up at the sky, we will witness countless drones navigating through, performing various tasks.

Development in Asia

In the Asian region, China, Japan, and South Korea will lead the development of the low-altitude economy. These countries will attract a large influx of foreign investment, driving overall economic growth. Among them:

China

• In 2025 (with only three months remaining), China plans to open low-altitude economic airspace in 18 provinces and cities.

• The Chinese State Council has specially authorized six major cities as key development zones for the low-altitude economy, open to foreign investment. These cities include:

1. Shenyang

2. Nanjing

3. Hangzhou

4. Wuhan

5. Guangzhou

6. Chengdu

• Shenzhen is even more ambitious, planning to open 75% of its citywide airspace, demonstrating its leading position in the low-altitude economy sector.

Notably, the development of the low-altitude economy will become a powerful strategy for China to counter U.S. exclusion from its drone supply chain. By meeting domestic demand, China can, to some extent, alleviate external pressure.

Taiwan's Opportunities and Challenges

Despite Taiwan's excellent technological foundation, it has always been cautious about airspace openings. Additionally, Taiwan's small land area means that most regions' transportation needs can be met by land transport. However, the development potential for the low-altitude economy still exists.

Characteristics of regions suitable for developing low-altitude economy:

1. Numerous mountainous areas

2. Many islands

3. Vast national territory

Taiwan's Potential Roles

Facing this blue ocean market of the low-altitude economy, Taiwan can consider the following development directions:

1. Technology R&D Center: Utilize existing technological advantages to become a research and development hub for low-altitude economy-related technologies.

2. Hardware Manufacturing Base: Leverage expertise in precision manufacturing to produce high-quality drones and related equipment.

3. Software Development Hub: Develop key technologies such as drone control systems and air traffic management software.

4. International Talent Training Center: Cultivate professional talent needed for the low-altitude economy, exporting expertise globally.

5. Regional Demonstration Zone: Establish low-altitude economy demonstration zones in specific areas (such as islands or mountainous regions) to accumulate practical operational experience.

6. International Cooperation Platform: Establish cooperative relationships with other countries or regions to jointly promote the development and regulation of the low-altitude economy.

7. Innovative Flight Control Systems: Taiwan is already making significant strides in this area with products like the SparkNavi Blue Magpie Flight Controller. This advanced system provides highly reliable drone flight control for the low-altitude economy. By continuing to innovate in this field, Taiwan can position itself as a key supplier of critical components for the global drone industry.

The SparkNavi Blue Magpie Flight Controller exemplifies Taiwan's potential to contribute high-value, specialized technologies to the low-altitude economy. This system's focus on reliability addresses a crucial need in the growing drone market, particularly for applications in urban environments where safety is paramount. By leveraging its strengths in precision electronics and software development, Taiwan can develop more such innovative products, carving out a niche in the global low-altitude economy ecosystem.

Through these strategies and innovations, Taiwan has the potential to find its position in the global low-altitude economy wave and fully utilize its advantages to secure a place in this emerging market. The development of products like the SparkNavi Blue Magpie Flight Controller demonstrates Taiwan's capability to not just participate in, but also shape the future of the low-altitude economy.