Flying taxi companies are racing to carry passengers as soon as this year. I've seen all 3 rivals — this is how they compare

Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, and Beta Technologies are competing to commercialize electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flying taxis, with Joby and Archer targeting 2026 certification. They face challenges like regulatory approval, infrastructure development, and public acceptance, while their stocks have declined this year as investors prioritize certification and commercialization proof.