eVTOL Developers Slow Down And Push Resources Into Certification

Joby Aviation aircraft

Joby expects type inspection authorization flight tests to occur within the next 12 months.

Credit: Joby Aviation
In the startup world, the mantra is “move fast and break things.” But in the world of electric air taxis, the reality of the moment is “move fast and brake.” After investing years and billions of dollars in fast-paced development of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft, Joby...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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