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JOBY AVIATION FLIES AUTONOMOUS AIRCRAFT ACROSS US

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SUN, SEP 20, 2026

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Joby Aviation completed a fully autonomous flight from California to North Carolina, demonstrating extended-range capabilities for its electric aircraft. The achievement signals the startup's ambitions beyond urban air taxi services.

The cross-country flight marks a significant milestone for the electric aviation company as it tests the viability of autonomous operations over longer distances. Joby, which has focused on developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for metropolitan markets, is now exploring broader applications for its technology. The autonomous flight represents progress toward FAA certification requirements and positions Joby to compete in potential point-to-point transportation corridors beyond city centers. The company is preparing for commercial operations, with partnerships already established for services at major airports and events. Joby's expansion beyond air taxi rides reflects growing industry confidence in electric aviation technology. Other eVTOL developers are pursuing similar certification pathways, with several companies targeting commercial service launches within the next few years.

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