Joby Aviation, Inc.

Joby Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Joby reported Q3 2026 revenue of $55 million, primarily from Blade, and raised its full-year 2026 revenue outlook 15% to $135-$140 million. The quarter featured record Blade ridership of 44,000+ passengers, 17 aircraft in production, 'for credit' FAA type-certification testing in the fifth and final stage, and the first fully autonomous cross-country flight of its J208 aircraft. Joby also announced a planned acquisition of EBITDA-positive defense tech company Resonant Sciences, which has $100 million-plus in trailing-twelve-month revenue, and expanded USAF autonomy contracts to roughly $37 million. The company holds $2.2 billion in cash and short-term investments, with H2 2026 cash use guided to $385-$415 million.

•4d ago

Joby Expands Autonomous Flight Contracts with U.S. Air Force to Nearly $37 Million Following Record Coast-to-Coast Tour

Joby announced expanded U.S. Air Force funding for its autonomous flight technology, bringing total Air Force commitment to nearly $37 million and raising the operational testing contract ceiling to $50 million. The award, through AFWERX, follows Joby's first-ever autonomous coast-to-coast flight: 6,665 miles across 11 states with landings, taxiing, takeoffs, and navigation flown with zero control inputs from the onboard safety pilot. The contracts will fund follow-on Pacific military exercises and expanded autonomy software development, deepening Joby's dual-use defense logistics strategy. Joby also disclosed its planned acquisition of Resonant Sciences is expected to close early 2027.

•4d ago

Joby Brings Its Vertical Takeoff and Landing Air Taxi to Florida

Joby is launching a week of piloted electric air taxi flights across Florida under the White House-backed eVTOL Integration Pilot Program, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation. Flights span Tampa Bay, Orlando International Airport, and Kennedy Space Center, mapping the first phase of Florida's planned Aerial Highway Network; FDOT's project was one of eight selected nationwide. The campaign gives Joby operational data on airport integration, acoustics, and vertiport procedures as it advances through final stages of FAA type certification, while its Blade subsidiary will relaunch BLADEone jet service to Miami and Palm Beach in November with partner Aero.

•9d ago

Blade’s BLADEone Enhanced Jet Service Returns with Flights between the New York City area and South Florida, in Partnership with Aero

Blade Urban Air Mobility, a Joby Aviation company, is bringing back its seasonal BLADEone jet service between the New York City area and South Florida, running November 19, 2026 through May 2, 2027. Flights will operate between Westchester County Airport and Palm Beach or Miami-Opa Locka in partnership with Aero, using jets retrofitted with 16 single seats and Starlink Wi-Fi, operated by Aero subsidiary USAC Airways 695. CEO Rob Wiesenthal positioned BLADEone in the white space between a $1,000 first class seat and a $25,000 private jet charter, citing continued New York-to-Florida migration and business travel demand.

•1mo ago

Joby Completes First-Ever Fully Autonomous Flight Across the United States

Joby Aviation completed the first-ever fully autonomous flight across the United States, with its aircraft flying 3,199 miles and receiving zero control inputs from the onboard safety pilot. The converted Cessna Caravan testbed performed autonomous taxi, takeoff, cruise, and landing under remote supervision from as far as 2,323 miles away, capping the eastbound leg of Joby's 2026 Electric Skies tour with a landing near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The milestone builds on more than 400 flights and 800 automated flight hours using an autonomy stack acquired from Xwing in 2024, and follows proven performance in U.S. military exercises including Agile Flag and REFORPAC. Joby positions the demonstration as validation for commercial freight, medical transport, disaster response, and defense logistics applications; the aircraft now begins a westbound return tour with stops including Washington D.C., Louisville, and Salt Lake City.

•1mo ago

Joby Launches eIPP Flights in Texas

Joby has kicked off the first White House-backed eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) flights in Texas, running a week-long campaign from Sept 10-14 across the Dallas-Fort Worth region in partnership with TxDOT under its Project Nexus proposal. The flights will operate real-world routes into Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and key urban locations, generating the operational data the FAA needs to build safety rules for commercial air taxi service at scale, with endorsements from FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. To support the campaign and long-term growth, Joby recently leased a 45,000-square-foot facility at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport in the AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone; a 2023 Joby-NASA simulation examined up to 50 air taxi operations per hour at the DFW terminal area. The campaign lands as Joby advances through the fifth and final stage of FAA type certification, and alongside a cross-country tour of its J208 autonomous Cessna 208B Caravan under the Joby Autonomy program.

•1mo ago

Joby Autonomous Aircraft Begins Cross-Country Tour

Joby's autonomous J208 aircraft began a month-long, coast-to-coast tour across 10 states, demonstrating its autonomy system for commercial freight, emergency response, and defense logistics. The J208 platform has logged more than 400 flights and 800 automated flight hours, plus participation in three U.S. military exercises — including REFORPAC, where the aircraft was operated from ground control stations nearly 4,000 miles away in Guam. The tour coincides with the launch of the White House-backed eIPP program, with the aircraft on display at Fort Worth Alliance Airport at an event hosted by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy; stops include UPS Worldport and Shaw Air Force Base. The showcase strengthens Joby's cargo- and defense-autonomy credentials on an already-certified airframe, though the release contains no new contracts, revenue, or certification milestones.

•1mo ago

Cerberus Announces Agreement to Sell Resonant Sciences to Joby Aviation

Joby Aviation has agreed to acquire Resonant Sciences from Cerberus Capital Management, adding a dedicated aerospace and defense business to its portfolio. Resonant, a developer of advanced radar and communication systems for national security, will continue operating under its name and focus on RF mission systems. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals, marking Joby's expansion into the defense sector.

•2mo ago

Joby Aviation Establishes Hub at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, Advancing Air Mobility Innovation in Texas

Joby Aviation signed a lease for a 45,000-square-foot facility at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, marking the first major presence by an eVTOL manufacturer in Texas. The new hub will support future electric air taxi operations across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and preparations for the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) flights. The site leverages the existing infrastructure of the AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone and partnerships with Hillwood, TxDOT, and NCTCOG.

•3mo ago

Joby Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Joby Aviation raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $115 million to $125 million, driven by $36.2 million in Q2 revenue primarily from its Blade operations. The company reported its strongest quarterly progress in the fifth stage of FAA Type Certification, with five aircraft currently flying and 12 in production. Cash and short-term investments totaled $2.3 billion as of June 30, 2026, with anticipated cash use for the second half of the year between $385 million and $415 million.

•3mo ago

Atoms and Joby Aviation Form Strategic Partnership to Build America's Vertiport Network

Joby Aviation partnered with Atoms to acquire and develop vertiport sites in the U.S., focusing on Florida, New York, Texas, and California. The collaboration aims to build multimodal transportation hubs that integrate electric air taxis, ground vehicles, and on-site power charging. This infrastructure partnership addresses the critical path constraint for commercial launch as Joby approaches final FAA certification.

•3mo ago

Joby and Virgin Atlantic Finalize Deal to Bring Electric Air Taxi Service to the UK

Joby Aviation finalized a definitive multi-year agreement with Virgin Atlantic to launch its electric air taxi service in the UK, establishing Virgin Atlantic as its exclusive airline partner in the region. The partnership initially targets hubs at London Heathrow and Manchester, with plans to expand across the UK over time. Virgin Atlantic will integrate Joby's service into its booking platforms and support customer acquisition, leveraging its premium brand and airport relationships. Joby remains responsible for operations and regulatory approvals from the UK Civil Aviation Authority. Proposed routes include Manchester Airport to Leeds in approximately 15 minutes and Heathrow to Central London in as little as 8 minutes, significantly reducing current travel times.

•3mo ago

A Supersonic Jet Fleet, a Step-by-Step Path to Orbit, and a New Spot in the Russell 3000: Inside Starfighters Space’s Plan

Starfighters Space joined the broad-market Russell 3000 Index effective June 29, 2026, approximately six months after its December 2025 IPO. CEO Tim Franta outlined a two-track business model combining hypersonic flight testing for government clients with the STARLAUNCH commercial air-launch program. Management targets a suborbital launch next year followed by an orbital launch roughly 18 to 24 months later, using a staged approach to mitigate risk.

•4mo ago

Joby Aviation and Toyota Motor Corporation Launch Initial Phase of a Strategic Manufacturing Alliance to Realize Air Mobility for All

Joby Aviation and Toyota Motor Corporation launched the initial phase of a strategic manufacturing alliance and joint venture to scale production of electric air taxis. The partnership aims to combine Joby's electric aviation technology with Toyota's production systems expertise to improve productivity, quality, and cost ahead of commercial launch. This formalizes a decade-long relationship between the two companies, with both leaders expressing shared confidence in the future of aerial mobility.

•4mo ago

Joby Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Joby Aviation reported Q1 2026 results, highlighting the successful launch of its Electric Skies Tour with landmark demonstrations in San Francisco and New York City. Key operational milestones included the first flight of its FAA-conforming aircraft and completion of the SR3 audit, keeping the company on track for type certification. The company ended the quarter with a strong balance sheet, holding $2.5 billion in cash and short-term investments.

•6mo ago

VertiPorts by Atlantic Hosts Electric Air Taxi Demonstration by Joby Aviation at New York City’s East 34th Street Heliport

Joby Aviation conducted a demonstration flight of its all-electric eVTOL aircraft at Manhattan’s East 34th Street Heliport, showcasing the vehicle's ability to operate within existing urban aviation infrastructure. The event, hosted by VertiPorts by Atlantic and supported by the Port Authority and NYC EDC, demonstrated full operational cycles including takeoff, landing, and recharging in a dense city environment. CEO JoeBen Bevirt highlighted the milestone as a tangible step toward launching a quiet, zero-emission air taxi service for New Yorkers following the city's selection for the federal eVTOL Integration Pilot Program.

•6mo ago

Joby Brings Electric Air Taxis to New York City in Week-Long Flight Campaign

Joby Aviation completed the first-ever point-to-point eVTOL air taxi demonstration flights in New York City, showcasing operational maturity in a dense urban environment. The flights, part of the FAA's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program, connected JFK Airport to Manhattan heliports in under 10 minutes and highlight progress towards commercial launch. Joby's strategy leverages its 2025 acquisition of Blade Air Mobility, which served over 90,000 passengers in 2025, to establish the foundation for scaling operations.

•6mo ago

Reuben Brothers Unveil Joby Vertiport at Century Plaza

Joby Aviation formed an alliance with Reuben Brothers to establish a vertiport at the Park Elm Residences in Century City, Los Angeles. The facility will utilize an existing helipad to support operations and charging for Joby's all-electric eVTOL aircraft. Joby plans to construct a dedicated passenger lounge at the location, marking its first lounge within a residential building. The partnership seeks necessary approvals to launch the service and integrate air taxi travel into the residential lifestyle. The agreement aims to reduce travel times significantly, turning multi-hour drives into flights as short as five minutes within the greater Los Angeles area.

•6mo ago