Joby Aviation
Coverage of Joby Aviation in the Nexus archive.
- Joby Aviation and Toyota are forming a joint venture to manufacture electric air taxis
Joby Aviation and Toyota are forming a joint venture to manufacture electric air taxis. Toyota will hold a 51% stake in the new entity, which will have exclusive rights to produce Joby's S4 series aircraft.
- Electric air taxis are stuck in the courtroom
Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation, leading U.S. air taxi companies, are engaged in legal disputes over corporate espionage and concealed ties to China. Archer later filed a patent infringement lawsuit against rival Vertical A.
- 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.
- Joby Kicks Off NYC Electric Air Taxi Demos with Historic JFK Flight
Joby Aviation launched electric air taxi demonstrations in New York City with a historic flight at John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking a significant step in urban air mobility. The initiative aims to establish commercial electric air taxi services in the region.
- Electric air taxis are finally taking flight — just not with passengers
Joby Aviation's electric air taxi completed a 14-minute demonstration flight from JFK Airport to Manhattan's West 30th Street heliport on April 28th, 2026, marking a milestone in urban air mobility. The flight, without passengers, showcased the aircraft's tilt-rotor design and electric propulsion system.
- WATCH: The future of all-electric air taxis which can take off and land vertically
ABC News' Ike Ejiochi interviewed Joby Aviation's Chief Product Officer Eric Allison about the company's all-electric air taxis, discussing safety, potential routes, and cost implications. The conversation highlights advancements in vertical takeoff and landing technology for urban air mobility.
- Joby Aviation is demoing 10-minute air taxi flights from JFK to Manhattan for a week
Joby Aviation is conducting a one-week demonstration of 10-minute air taxi flights between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Manhattan. The trial highlights the company's progress in urban air mobility and potential future transportation solutions.