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Joby Aviation Starts Piloted eVTOL Flights in Dubai After First Production Delivery

Vertiport construction in Dubai is under way with US certification on track ahead of the planned Q1 2026 launch.

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Two Joby air taxis (N541JX and N544JX) flying simultaneously in the skies over Marina, CA.
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Overview

  • Joby delivered its first production eVTOL aircraft to Dubai under a six-year exclusive operating agreement with the Roads and Transport Authority.
  • The company has commenced piloted vertical takeoff and landing test flights in the UAE as part of its in-market certification and market readiness.
  • Construction of the first vertiport at Dubai International Airport has begun in partnership with Skyports Infrastructure to support planned air taxi operations.
  • Joby is set to enter the FAA’s Type Inspection Authorization process, signaling the final phase of its US certification.
  • Commercial air taxi services are slated to launch in Q1 2026 with routes designed to cut a 45-minute car journey to just 12 minutes.