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Uber Teams Up with Joby for Helicopter Airport Rides

9/15/2025

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Uber partnered with Joby Aviation to offer helicopter bookings through its app in major cities, focusing on quick airport connections.
Joby will acquire Blade Air Mobility for USD 125 million to enhance service capabilities.
Blade transported 50,000 passengers in 2024, averaging USD 195 for routes to JFK and Newark airports.
The partnership emphasizes Distributed Electric Propulsion technology for quieter flights.
Joby aims for emission-free aircraft, pending FAA approval.

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Uber partnered with Joby Aviation to offer helicopter bookings through its app in major cities, focusing on quick airport connections.
Joby will acquire Blade Air Mobility for USD 125 million to enhance service capabilities.
Blade transported 50,000 passengers in 2024, averaging USD 195 for routes to JFK and Newark airports.
The partnership emphasizes Distributed Electric Propulsion technology for quieter flights.
Joby aims for emission-free aircraft, pending FAA approval.