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Joby Says U.S. Air Taxi Operations Could Begin in 2026 Under White House Program
Joby Aviation says it could begin early U.S. air taxi operations in 2026 under a White House-backed pilot program, marking one of its clearest steps yet toward commercial launch. For Santa Cruz, the announcement is another sign that one of the region’s most ambitious transportation companies is moving from testing and certification toward real-world service.
Joby Delivers First eVTOL Aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base Ahead of Schedule
Joby Aviation today announced it has delivered its first aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base approximately six months ahead of the expected 2024 delivery date.
US Navy Veteran, Brian Sandberg, Joins Joby Aviation as Flight Test Lead
Brian Sandberg, the newest addition to the Joby Aviation team, has joined as the Flight Test Lead. He is the latest all-star player to become a part of the Joby Aviation family.
Joby's Air Taxi Approval Sparks Stock Surge and Fuels Electric Aviation Revolution!
Joby's shares surged after receiving US regulatory approval to expand testing of its air taxi, marking another step toward building a business around electric-powered flying vehicles.
Joby Welcomes $100 Million Investment as It Expands Partnership With SK Telecom
Joby Aviation, Inc. today announced that SK Telecom, South Korea’s leading telecommunications company, is making an equity investment of $100 million in Joby, as part of an expanded partnership between the two companies.
CNBC: How Joby & Delta are Making Flying Taxis a Reality
CNBC got an inside look at Joby Aviation, their journey from dream to reality, the pilot production facility in Marina, and the challenges ahead.
Flying the Joby eVTOL Simulator
See what it's like to fly the Joby eVTOL. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's Tom Horne flew the simulator at Joby's office in Washington, DC.

