Joby Aviation's FAA-approved air taxi takes flight, revolutionizing transportation

Joby Aviation has received clearance from the FAA to conduct flight tests on its first production prototype air taxi. The company aims to start customer deliveries in 2024 and launch an air taxi service by 2025. The aircraft can take off and land like a helicopter, then transition to flying like an airplane at speeds of up to 200 MPH. It is designed to carry a pilot and four passengers over a distance of up to 100 miles on a single charge. Joby's partnership with Toyota and its appointment of Toyota North America CEO to the board of directors further solidify its position in the industry.