US EditionJoby Aviation Completes First Electric Air Taxi Flights in New York City History
The flight was part of a 10-day campaign as Joby seeks FAA certification and commercial service with quieter, zero-emissions aircraft.
- On Monday, Joby Aviation successfully completed its first electric vertical takeoff and landing flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Manhattan as part of a 10-day testing campaign.
- The project aims to connect JFK to Manhattan in under 10 minutes, significantly reducing commute times compared to hour-plus car rides or public transportation currently required for the roughly 17-mile journey.
- Joby Chief Product Officer Eric Allison touted the aircraft as "zero-emissions" and "incredibly low noise," emphasizing that vertical flight convenience is "critically important for this business."
- Partnering with Uber to integrate booking into the app, Joby has entered the final stages of Federal Aviation Administration aircraft type certification ahead of commercial passenger flights.
- Despite fierce competition including a lawsuit from Archer Aviation alleging Joby deceived regulators, the company remains on track to welcome its first passengers in the second half of 2026.
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Joby Air Taxis Fly from JFK to Manhattan in Pursuit of FAA Certification
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