Joby Aviation is an innovative aerospace company focused on revolutionizing air transportation through the development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The company designs and manufactures aircraft that aim to provide fast, efficient, and eco-friendly urban air mobility solutions. With its emphasis on sustainability, Joby leverages advanced electric propulsion technology to minimize noise and emissions, making its aircraft suitable for use in urban environments. By working towards the certification and commercialization of its eVTOLs, Joby Aviation seeks to create a new mode of transport that enhances connectivity and mobility in crowded metropolitan areas. Read More
Chinese company EHang Holdings has beat American rivals Joby and Archer in the eVTOL race by securing certifications, launching flights, and expanding its product line.
Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) today announced a first-of-its-kind demonstration of its autonomous flight technology. As part of the Resolute Force Pacific (REFORPAC), a Department-Level Exercise led by Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), Joby conducted a successful demonstration and validation of its SuperpilotTM autonomous flight technology over the Pacific Ocean and Hawaii, logging more than 7,000 miles of autonomous operations across more than 40 flight hours.
PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - Drones and UAVs have disrupted a wide array of uses across various sectors, including agriculture, surveying, military operations, public safety and commercial applications. Drones and their operations allow for tasks such as aerial photography and mapping, infrastructure inspection, wildlife conservation, and delivering medical supplies to inaccessible areas. An article by industry watcher, Fact.MR illustrated a good example saying that: “The drone surveying market is expected to continue to gain momentum due to increasing demand for aerial intelligence and high-precision mapping across major sectors such as agriculture, mining, construction, and environmental monitoring. Fact.MR analysis indicates that the industry will be valued at USD 1.97 billion in 2025 and will grow to USD 11.49 billion by 2035, at a strong CAGR of 19.3% during the period.” It continued: “Technological improvements in LiDAR, thermal imaging, and real-time stream of data over the past three years have dramatically improved safety and efficiency in drone surveying. Drones are increasingly being employed by governments and institutions for commercial use as they are safe, accurate, and cost-effective. Fact.MR believes that support from the authorities, especially in Europe and North America, is fueling commercial usage with better codes in the law.” Active Companies in the drone industries include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZENA), Mobilicom Limited (NASDAQ: MOB), Mercury Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRCY), AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY).
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These eVTOL pioneers have shed double-digit percentages from recent highs, creating an entry point for patient investors betting on the future of urban air mobility.
Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger business. The acquisition provides Blade’s established network of terminals and loyal flyers in key markets like New York and in Southern Europe, positioning Joby for a faster entry into commercial service with its quiet, all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft once certified.
NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Strata Critical Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRTA, “Strata” or the “Company”), formerly known as Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLDE), today announced the successful closing of the previously announced divestiture of the Company's Passenger business to Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY). Joby has elected to pay the up-front consideration in stock. The Company may receive up to an additional $35.0 million in consideration based on maintaining certain employee retention and financial performance targets during the 18 and 12 months, respectively, following today’s closing, as well as the release of up to $10.0 million in indemnity holdbacks, payable in cash or stock at Joby’s election.
Grizzly Research is shorting electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Archer Aviation Inc (NYSE:ACHR) as the firm believes competitor Joby Aviation Inc (NYSE:JOBY) is a better bet in the eVTOL space.
NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLDE, “Blade” or the “Company”), today confirmed that the previously announced change of its legal name to Strata Critical Medical, Inc is expected to occur this week. The change is intended to reflect the Company’s plan to focus on providing mission critical logistics and medical services to hospitals and healthcare providers throughout the country following the closing of the previously announced agreement to sell Blade’s Passenger business to Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY).
Joby and Archer are competing for the future of flight with different business models: sky limo vs flying taxi. Investors must decide which will take off first.
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China's EHang and Brazil's Eve Air Mobility emerge as frontrunners in the eVTOL race, leaving US companies Joby and Archer behind. Market projections show the focus is on who can fly farthest.
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