General InformationJoby Aviation is a California-based eVTOL aircraft manufacturer founded in 2009 with over 500 employees, developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban air mobility applications.
Funding & FinancialsJoby has raised over $1 billion in funding and went public via SPAC merger in 2023, with major investors including Toyota, Uber Elevate partnerships, and institutional backers.
Leadership & TeamCEO Joby Michael founded the company; the team includes experienced aerospace and automotive engineers from companies like Tesla, Boeing, and Airbus.
Recent ActivityJoby achieved FAA Special Airworthiness Certification in 2023 and has been progressing toward commercial operations, with demonstrations scheduled for major events and partnerships with mobility platforms.