An electric air taxi just flew from JFK to Manhattan in under 10 minutes
In early demonstrations, Joby flew from JFK Airport to heliports in Lower Manhattan and Midtown in under 10 minutes. The route, which can take significantly longer by...
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Car Tech Tech Culture transportation joby aviation An electric air taxi just flew from JFK to Manhattan in under 10 minutes Joby's electric aircraft takes on real routes in New York pilot program By Skye Jacobs April 28, 2026, 11:18 18 comments Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. Forward-looking: Joby Aviation has begun a series of real-world flight tests in New York City, placing its electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft in one of the most complex urban airspaces in the US as it works toward commercial approval. The company is conducting 10 days of demonstration flights focused on operational performance rather than passenger service.
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