Joby Aviation Conducts First eVTOL Flight in Japan

Joby Aviation, backed by Toyota, successfully conducted its first international eVTOL flight in Japan, marking a significant milestone in their collaboration aimed at revolutionizing air mobility. The demonstration flight took place at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Center, showcasing Joby's emissions-free aircraft with a low acoustic footprint. Joby CEO JoeBen Bevirt stated that this event is a step towards making clean air travel a reality, with plans to launch commercial operations as soon as next year. Toyota's recent $500 million investment, part of a total of $894 million to date, will support scaling production and collaboration on aircraft components. The partnership between Joby and Toyota underscores a commitment to innovation in the air mobility sector, with future demonstrations planned, including at the 2025 Osaka World Expo. With the potential to cut travel time significantly, Joby is positioning itself as a leader in the emerging eVTOL market.