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Hundreds of flying taxis to be made in Ohio, home of the Wright brothers and astronaut legends

  • Republican Gov. Mike DeWine expressed excitement about the future of air taxis, citing the creation of jobs and signaling Ohio's commitment to innovation.
  • Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft are gaining popularity globally as a potential alternative for transportation, with developers aiming to provide individual or small group shuttles while avoiding congested roads. However, concerns regarding noise levels and charging demands remain.
  • Joby, supported by partnerships with Toyota, Delta Airlines, Intel, and Uber, plans to build its first scaled manufacturing facility in Ohio, creating 2,000 jobs and delivering up to 500 aircraft annually. The site's proximity to air force bases and its experienced workforce influenced Joby's decision.
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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Monday, September 18, 2023.
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