It has obtained a Special Airworthiness Certificate from the FAA and is scheduled for testing at Edwards Air Force Base next year.
In its latest feat, Joby's aircraft may not appear drastically different from its prototype or what it has been flying in the past few years. For those who are still new to the world of eVTOLs, this might look like a helicopter on steroids at first glance.
The lack of major design overhauls also means that there is little left for Joby to perfect after decades of work, and air taxis could soon be a reality.Joby built its production prototype at its facility in Marina, California, in line with the quality management demanded by the FAA to begin commercial operations. With an eye on commercial operations by 2025, Joby looks to be systematically ticking all the boxes necessary to make this possible.
Another milestone for the company will be completed next year when the prototype production aircraft reaches Edwards Air Force Base for further testing. Joby will deliver its first eVTOL to the Edwards Air Force Base as part of the Agility Prime contract with the US Air Force.
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