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Joby Aviation Sets New eVTOL Range Record with Hydrogen-Powered Flight

The 523-mile journey marks a significant milestone in clean aviation, demonstrating hydrogen's potential to extend electric aircraft range.

  • Joby's hydrogen-electric VTOL completed a 523-mile flight, emitting only water vapor.
  • The aircraft landed with 10% of its hydrogen fuel remaining, highlighting efficiency.
  • Hydrogen power could enable regional air travel between cities without airport infrastructure.
  • Joby plans to commercialize hydrogen-electric flights, leveraging existing battery-electric design and infrastructure.
  • Hydrogen fuel cells offer a promising solution to decarbonize air transport and enhance range.
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